33 Questions
Which one of these best characterizes Atypical Anorexia Nervosa?
Meeting all criteria for anorexia nervosa but the individual’s weight is within or above the normal range
How do the medical consequences of Atypical Anorexia Nervosa compare to those of traditional Anorexia Nervosa, based on the information provided?
They are equally severe
In the context of Atypical Anorexia Nervosa, what is the primary concern when assessing an individual's condition?
Their degree of weight loss
What does the set point theory propose regarding the body's weight or body fat percentage?
c. It is biologically determined and regulated/maintained by physiological feedback mechanisms.
According to the set point theory, how much can an individual's natural set point shift, on average?
c. It can shift by about 5 to 10 kg.
How does the degree of shift within the natural set point relate to an individual's body size?
c. The shift is larger for individuals with larger body sizes.
According to the set point theory, which factors play a role in regulating body weight and fat?
Hormones, metabolic rate, hunger signals, and appetite control
What is the primary function of the physiological feedback mechanisms mentioned in the set point theory?
To maintain body weight within a relatively narrow range over time
In the context of eating disorders, what does the term 'weight suppression' refer to?
The difference between an individual's highest historically recorded weight and their current weight
Which one of these is a common use of weight suppression in the context of eating disorders?
It assesses an individual's weight changes over time and helps gauge the severity of their condition and potential treatment outcomes.
What does a high degree of weight suppression suggest in the context of eating disorders?
It suggests that the individual may be more unwell and is at a higher risk of relapse.
What is one challenge associated with diagnostic criteria for eating disorders, as mentioned in the content?
Underestimating the severity of some presentations
Which of the following is a reason why some individuals may be considered 'not sick enough' to receive treatment for their eating disorder?
b. They do not meet the categorical criteria for diagnosis due to spectrum-based presentations
What approach to diagnosis is suggested to be more helpful in identifying individuals with eating disorders?
a. A spectrum-based approach
Which populations are mentioned as being at risk for eating disorders?
b. LGBTQIA+ and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples only
Which gender has a higher lifetime prevalence of any eating disorder?
b. Females
What percentage of people with eating disorders are reported to have a comorbid mental health diagnosis?
d. 80%
Which psychiatric disorder has the highest mortality rate?
c. Anorexia nervosa
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the SCOFF questionnaire?
To identify potential eating disorders, especially anorexia and bulimia nervosa
What does the acronym 'SCOFF' stand for in the context of the screening tool for eating disorders?
Sick, Control, One Stone, Fat, Food
In the SCOFF questionnaire, what is the purpose of the question 'Sick (Do you make yourself sick because you feel uncomfortably full)?'
To determine purging behaviors common in bulimia nervosa.
Which type of disordered eating behavior may be indicated by a 'yes' response to the question: 'Control (Do you worry you have lost control over how much you eat.)'
Binge eating
What is the significance of the question 'One stone (Have you recently lost more than one stone in a 3-month period).' in the SCOFF questionnaire?
It helps identify rapid and significant weight loss.
If someone answers 'yes' to the question 'Fat (Do you believe yourself to be fat when others say you are too thin.)' in the SCOFF questionnaire, what might it indicate?
Body image distortion or dissatisfaction, common in eating disorders
Which self-report questionnaire focuses on issues related to guilt, preoccupation with thinness, and body image concerns?
Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26)
What is the primary purpose of the Eating Disorder Examination-Questionnaire (EDE-Q)?
To assess eating disorder psychopathology and behaviors
Which questionnaire assesses how often individuals have worried about losing control over their eating and felt distressed about their body shape in the past week?
ED-15
Which one of these is the key focus of the Compulsive Exercise Test (CET)?
Evaluating exercise habits and attitudes
Which one of these is one of the primary applications of the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire-Short (EDE-QS)?
Monitoring changes in eating disorder symptoms over time
How does the time frame of the Eating Disorder Examination-Questionnaire (EDE-Q) differ from that of the ED-15?
EDE-Q assesses over the past 3 months, while ED-15 assesses symptoms over the past week.
Which of the following best describes the Eating Disorder Examination (EDE)?
A standardized, semi-structured interview for assessing eating disorders
What aspects of eating disorder psychopathology does the Eating Disorder Examination cover?
Attitudes, behaviors, and thoughts related to eating, body shape, and weight
What is the primary purpose of the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5)?
To diagnose major mental disorders based on DSM-5 criteria
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