Which of the following statements about culture and eating disorders is FALSE?
A. most assessment tools used in the eating disorders literature have been validated only on samples of European Americans.
B. Eating disorders are primarily a European-American problem.
C. Cultures vary in ideal body shape perceptions.
D. Asian American women have the lowest rates of eating disorders among the major ethnic groups in the U.S.
Answer: B
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a. tabula rasa b. peace and tranquility c. storm and stress d. ebb and flow
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A. immature prefrontal cortex B. wiring defect in the temporal lobe C. wiring defect in the thalamus D. underdeveloped hypothalamus
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b. testing a few identities to see which one fits them best. c. unconsciously relying on their genetic makeup d. simply progressing naturally from their preteen years.