Question 1

Phyllis ate a salad for lunch.But,she didn't take off the croutons.She now feels like she "cheated" at lunch and her whole diet is blown.This is an example of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Dichotomous thinking is the tendency to view situations in black or white terms, with no middle ground. In this case, Phyllis is viewing the inclusion of croutons in her salad as a complete failure of her diet, rather than recognizing that one small deviation from her plan does not have to ruin her overall progress.

Question 2

Dino works at an apple orchard,and every year they sponsor an apple-eating contest to see who can eat the most apples in 15 minutes.Dino won last year by eating 18 apples in 15 minutes.Would this be considered a binge?

Accepted Answer

The definition of a binge is a period of excessive or uncontrolled consumption of food, and Dino did not feel a lack of control while eating the 18 apples in 15 minutes. Therefore, it would not be considered a binge.

Question 3

About once a week,Carter,a college junior,eats more than he wishes he would.When he does this,he feels out of control and often eats in secret.This has been going on ever since he started college.Carter is somewhat overweight,but sometimes he feels huge,particularly after one of these large food sprees.Sometimes he thinks to himself,"I should go for a run tomorrow because I ate so many french fries," but he rarely follows through.Carter ______.

Accepted Answer

Carter displays symptoms of binge-eating disorder, which is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating without compensatory behaviors such as purging or excessive exercise. It is important to note that eating disorders can affect anyone regardless of gender. Option A is incorrect because there is no mention of misperception of body size in the scenario. Option B is incorrect because although Carter is bingeing, there is no mention of purging behaviors. Option D is incorrect because eating disorders can affect individuals of any gender.

Question 4

Which of the following is the approach prescribed by the DSM-5 to determine whether a girl suspected of anorexia nervosa is indeed significantly underweight?

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 recommends considering a girl underweight if her BMI is below the 5th percentile for other girls her age, as this approach accounts for variations in age and developmental stages rather than setting a fixed weight or BMI threshold for all individuals.

Question 5

Which of the following characteristics is typically NOT used to describe those with anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Impulsivity is not typically associated with anorexia nervosa. In fact, those with anorexia are often described as being very rigid and controlling.

Question 6

Randomized clinical trials investigating the efficacy of CBT in treating bulimia nervosa have ______.

Accepted Answer

Randomized clinical trials investigating the efficacy of CBT in treating bulimia nervosa have shown it to be an effective treatment for older adolescents.

Question 7

Which of the following is a symptom of anorexia nervosa but NOT of bulimia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Being significantly underweight is a symptom of anorexia nervosa but not necessarily of bulimia nervosa, as individuals with bulimia nervosa may have a normal or even above-average weight. Bingeing (A), purging (B), and an unusual preoccupation with body shape and weight (D) are symptoms of both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

Question 8

Severity in anorexia nervosa is indicated by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

BMI is a key indicator of severity in anorexia nervosa. A lower BMI indicates more severe weight loss and malnutrition, which can lead to complications and negative health outcomes. While the other factors (number of symptoms, level of insight, and duration of the disturbance) are important in diagnosing and treating anorexia, BMI is the strongest predictor of severity.

Question 9

Eating disorder prevalence is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that rates of eating disorders are higher for young adults (ages 18-25) than for adolescents (under age 18), although both age groups are still at risk. Prevalence may also vary depending on specific eating disorder type and population.

Question 10

Which of the following is the most common transition from one eating disorder to another?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the most...

Question 11

Complete the following statement: Relapse is ______.

Accepted Answer

Relapse is relatively likely in bulimia nervosa and cognitive-behavioral therapy helps adolescents avoid relapse and manage it if it does occur.

Question 12

Bariatric surgery (e.g.,gastric bypass)is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Bariatric surgery has been shown to be effective in significant weight loss for those who are obese, but it is not recommended for those with binge eating disorder. Research has shown that individuals with binge eating disorder are at a higher risk for surgical complications and are more likely to regain their weight following surgery. Thus, the long-term effectiveness of bariatric surgery for individuals with binge eating disorder is ineffective.

Question 13

Samantha is in treatment for bulimia nervosa.This week,her therapist is asking her to identify whether boredom is or is not a trigger for a binge.In which phase of CBT is Samantha?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Samantha is in treatment for bulimia nervosa.This...

Question 14

Teasing about their body shape and weight by fathers is associated with ______; such teasing by mothers is associated with ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Teasing about their body shape and weight...

Question 15

The approach of CBT to treat bulimia nervosa can best be described as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

CBT for bulimia nervosa focuses on minimizing the negatively reinforcing properties of compensatory behaviors (such as purging) through addressing the anxiety and other negative emotions associated with eating. The treatment also involves identifying and challenging distorted thoughts and beliefs related to body image and food. While response cost (such as having to do extra exercise) may be used as part of the treatment, it is not the primary approach. Therefore, option A, C, and D are not the best choices.

Question 16

Osteopenia is associated with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Osteopenia, a condition characterized by lower than normal bone density, is commonly associated with anorexia nervosa due to malnutrition and hormonal changes affecting bone health.

Question 17

Which approach is used to increase the willingness of adolescents with bulimia nervosa to participate in therapy?

Accepted Answer

Performing a cost-benefit analysis is a common approach used in cognitive-behavioral therapy to increase willingness and motivation for treatment. This involves helping the client weigh the pros and cons of continuing their current behavior versus engaging in therapy and practicing healthier coping strategies. This approach can help clients see the benefits of change and can increase their motivation to participate in treatment. Exposing dichotomous thinking (A) and social modeling (C) may be helpful interventions during therapy for bulimia nervosa, but they are not specifically focused on increasing willingness to participate in treatment. Negative reinforcement (D) involves removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase a behavior, which is not a typical intervention used in the treatment of bulimia nervosa.

Question 18

Anorexia nervosa is usually an ______ disorder; bulimia nervosa is usually an ______ disorder.

Accepted Answer

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by the individual having a distorted body image and a fear of gaining weight, and they often see their behaviors as necessary for control and perfection, making it an ego-syntonic disorder. On the other hand, bulimia nervosa is often accompanied by feelings of guilt and shame, resulting in an ego-dystonic disorder.

Question 19

The relationship between major depressive disorder (MDD)and eating disorders is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The relationship between major depressive disorder (MDD)and...

Question 20

A chaotic home is most closely associated with which of the following conditions?

Accepted Answer

A chaotic home is most closely associated with bulimia nervosa, which is characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or excessive exercise. Chaos and instability at home can contribute to emotional distress and contribute to the development of bulimia nervosa.

Quiz 15: Feeding and Eating Disorders

Phyllis ate a salad for lunch.But,she didn't take off the croutons.She now feels like she "cheated" at lunch and her whole diet is blown.This is an example of which of the following?

Dino works at an apple orchard,and every year they sponsor an apple-eating contest to see who can eat the most apples in 15 minutes.Dino won last year by eating 18 apples in 15 minutes.Would this be considered a binge?

Which of the following is the approach prescribed by the DSM-5 to determine whether a girl suspected of anorexia nervosa is indeed significantly underweight?

Which of the following characteristics is typically NOT used to describe those with anorexia nervosa?

Randomized clinical trials investigating the efficacy of CBT in treating bulimia nervosa have ______.

Which of the following is a symptom of anorexia nervosa but NOT of bulimia nervosa?

Severity in anorexia nervosa is indicated by which of the following?

Eating disorder prevalence is which of the following?

Which of the following is the most common transition from one eating disorder to another?

Complete the following statement: Relapse is ______.

Bariatric surgery (e.g.,gastric bypass) is which of the following?

Samantha is in treatment for bulimia nervosa.This week,her therapist is asking her to identify whether boredom is or is not a trigger for a binge.In which phase of CBT is Samantha?

Teasing about their body shape and weight by fathers is associated with ; such teasing by mothers is associated with .

The approach of CBT to treat bulimia nervosa can best be described as which of the following?

Osteopenia is associated with which of the following?

Which approach is used to increase the willingness of adolescents with bulimia nervosa to participate in therapy?

Anorexia nervosa is usually an disorder; bulimia nervosa is usually an disorder.

The relationship between major depressive disorder (MDD) and eating disorders is which of the following?

A chaotic home is most closely associated with which of the following conditions?