Abnormal Psych Chapter 12

Front 1

Which is NOT a characteristic of a person with anorexia nervosa?

Back 1

rarely thinking about food

Front 2

Persons with _____ have a low opinion of their body shape, consider themselves unattractive, and are likely to overestimate their actual proportions.

Back 2

anorexia nervosa

Front 3

Which psychological problem is often associated with anorexia nervosa?

Back 3

obsessive-compulsive patterns

Front 4

Which statement about women with bulimia nervosa is accurate?

Back 4

They generally maintain their normal weight, though it may fluctuate markedly within that range.

Front 5

When do both bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa typically begin?

Back 5

after a period of intense dieting that has been successful and has earned praise from family members and friends

Front 6

To whom or what does “Pro-Ana” refer?

Back 6

It refers to a series of pro-anorexia websites where eating disorders may be encouraged.

Front 7

The area in the brain that reduces hunger when it is activated is the:

Back 7

ventromedial hypothalamus.

Front 8

Which statement about eating disorders among men is true?

Back 8

Male eating disorders are often linked to the requirements and pressures of a job or sport.

Front 9

Which is a new kind of eating disorder that is found almost exclusively in men?

Back 9

muscle dysmorphobia

Front 10

The behavioral technique of _____ is used to help break the binge-purge cycle of bulimia nervosa.

Back 10

exposure and response prevention