Which of the following most accurately describes the use of laxatives as a compensatory strategy in bulimia nervosa?

A) It is an ineffective strategy for avoiding weight gain.
B) It is a safe and effective means of maintaining one's desired weight.
C) Few persons diagnosed with the disorder actually use them.
D) Research indicates that it leads to retention of electrolytes in one's system.


A

Psychology

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A. behavioral genetics B. epigenetics C. hereditary neurology D. developmental teratology

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The arachnoid layer of the meninges is found in both the central and peripheral nervous systems

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

False sensory perceptions that often take the form of hearing voices are called ______

a) delusions b) hallucinations c) obsessions d) compulsions

Psychology

________, a type of anxiety disorder, does not have any identifiable, specific trigger and attacks occur suddenly, without any warning.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Psychology