Understanding Anorexia Nervosa

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What is the primary characteristic of body dysmorphia in individuals with anorexia nervosa?

Having a fluctuating self-body image

Having a realistic self-body image

Having an extremely accurate perception of body size

Having a distorted self-body image (correct)

What is the origin of the term 'anorexia'?

From a combination of Greek words meaning 'lack of appetite' (correct)

From a combination of Italian words meaning 'healthy eating'

From a combination of Latin words meaning 'fear of weight gain'

From a combination of French words meaning 'nervous eating'

What is the main reason individuals with anorexia nervosa sacrifice food?

To avoid social gatherings

To satisfy unrealistic and unhealthy body size goals (correct)

To achieve a realistic body size goal

To satisfy their hunger

What is the difference between anorexia and anorexia nervosa?

Anorexia is a condition resulting from an illness, while anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical classification of individuals diagnosed with anorexia nervosa?

Anorexic Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a patient with anorexia nervosa according to the DSM-5?

They have a phobia of weight gain Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that influences the prognosis of anorexia nervosa?

Age of treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is not a primary goal of anorexia nervosa treatment?

To prescribe medications as the first line of treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is a role of nutritionists in the treatment of anorexia nervosa?

To counsel the individual on the importance of nutrients Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible outcome for individuals with anorexia nervosa if left untreated?

Bone fractures due to low bone density Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of individuals with anorexia nervosa?

Fear of weight gain and food avoidance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between binge-eating type and restricting type anorexia nervosa?

Binge-eating type involves episodes of binge-eating, while restricting type involves limited caloric intake Signup and view all the answers

What is a common physical symptom of anorexia nervosa?

Extreme weight loss Signup and view all the answers

Who is most at risk for developing anorexia nervosa?

Teenage girls and women under age 40 Signup and view all the answers

How is anorexia nervosa diagnosed?

Through a combination of psychological assessments and physical examinations Signup and view all the answers

Understanding Anorexia Nervosa

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