Understanding the Differences and Definitions of Eating Disorders
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What is a common symptom of anorexia nervosa?

  • Excessive exercise to burn calories
  • Regularly consuming high-calorie foods
  • Fear of gaining weight (correct)
  • Frequent binge eating

Which behavior is characteristic of bulimia nervosa?

  • Seeing oneself as overweight when underweight
  • Limiting food intake to one particular food
  • Purging food through vomiting (correct)
  • Being underweight compared to peers

What distinguishes binging in bulimia nervosa?

  • Eating small portions throughout the day
  • Avoiding specific types of foods
  • Eating large quantities of food in a short time (correct)
  • Eating slowly over a long period of time

How do individuals with anorexia nervosa typically view their weight?

<p>As overweight despite being underweight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT commonly used by individuals with bulimia nervosa to compensate for overeating?

<p>Eating low-calorie foods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which eating disorder is characterized by excessive overeating that feels out of control and becomes a regular occurrence?

<p>Binge-eating disorder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the gold standard treatment option for somatoform disorders?

<p>Cognitive behavioral therapy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is a common side effect seen in individuals with bulimia?

<p>Ulcers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of therapeutic communication for a patient with anorexia nervosa?

<p>Discussing food-related feelings during mealtimes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnosis would be particularly challenging to resolve for a patient with anorexia nervosa?

<p>Denial of disorder or resisting treatment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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