Debunking Misconceptions About Eating Disorders

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What is a common misconception about eating disorders in general?

They are not serious mental health conditions

They only affect men

They are caused by television

They can be simplified down to one basic idea (correct)

What is a common misconception about bulimia nervosa?

It is characterized by throwing up after eating (correct)

It only affects women

It only affects people who are underweight

It is caused by watching too much television

Where can bulimia nervosa be found in the context of psychological research?

The Journal of Eating Disorders

The Psychology of Eating Disorders

The Eating Disorder Handbook

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (correct)

What is a characteristic of people living with bulimia nervosa?

They are all normal weight or overweight Signup and view all the answers

Why are eating disorders often mis-portrayed?

Because of over-generalizations made by lay people and the media Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes bulimia nervosa from other eating disorders?

Recurrent binge eating and compensatory behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated lifetime prevalence of bulimia nervosa in women?

1.1% to 4.2% Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of binge eating in bulimia nervosa?

Eating a definitive larger amount of food than most people in a discrete period of time Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential health consequence of purging bulimia?

Malnourishment Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of non-purging bulimia?

Restricting food intake or exercising excessively Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of excessive exercise in individuals with bulimia?

To burn off calories and prevent weight gain Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that contributes to the development and continuation of bulimia?

Stress and coping mechanisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy in treating bulimia?

Identifying and changing unhealthy thoughts and behavioral patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential side effect of using antidepressants to treat bulimia?

Weight gain and increased appetite Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way to treat bulimia, according to the text?

Combining education, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and a pharmaceutical approach Signup and view all the answers

Debunking Misconceptions About Eating Disorders

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