Descriptions of young people with anorexia nervosa (AN) often include which criteria?
a. Impulsive
b. Extroverted
c. Perfectionist
d. Low achieving
ANS: C
Individuals with AN are described as striving for perfection, which may manifest in other compulsive disorders. They are also academically high achievers. Impulsive and extroverted personalities are more characteristic of bulimia nervosa.
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