Identify and distinguish between the two subtypes of anorexia nervosa described in the DSM-5.
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: (1) restricting type—accomplishes weight loss through dieting, fasting, and excessive exercise; (2) binge-eating/purging type—episodes of binge eating, followed by purging through vomiting and the use of enemas, diuretics, or laxatives
Learning Objective: 10.4 Describe the characteristics, prevalence, and causes of anorexia nervosa.
Cognitive Domain: Analysis
Answer Location: Characteristics of Anorexia Nervosa
Difficulty Level: Medium
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a. oppositional defiant disorder b. intellectual disability c. pediatric bipolar disorder d. post-traumatic stress disorder
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a. an unconditioned response b. spontaneous recovery c. a conditioned stimulus d. a conditioned response
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a. negative emotional states. b. interpersonal conflicts. c. social pressure. d. all of these