Which of the following statements about eating disorders is true?

a) Nearly all of the eating disorders occur among females.
b) Nearly all of the eating disorders occur among males.
c) The most prevalent eating disorder is anorexia nervosa.
d) Persons with bulimia regard their eating patterns as normal.


Answer: a

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The tension-reduction model of alcoholism __________.

A. does not explain why some excessive drinkers are able to maintain control over their drinking, while others are not B. suggests that alcoholism is environmentally determined C. proposes that alcoholism is an incurable disease D. provides an explanation for the role that personality traits play in the development of alcohol abuse

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Young Aiden does not demonstrate any real need for a relationship with his parents, has developed no age-appropriate communication skills, and can sit for hours on end rocking back and forth without needing any additional stimulation

If he has a particularly bad moment, he may start punching himself in the face. Aiden might be appropriately diagnosed with __________. a. Asperger syndrome b. autism c. Down syndrome d. childhood disintegrative disorder

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The pituitary, hypothalamus, and gonads form a feedback loop called the ________ axis

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

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Which of the following is true about corporal punishment?

a. It is very rare throughout the world. b. The American Psychological Association says corporal punishment is okay only under certain circumstances. c. It has especially harmful outcomes when used in traditional cultures. d. In some contexts, corporal punishment has been shown to socialize children to be well-trained members of their culture.

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