Melissa Uses Laxatives in an Attempt to Lose Some of the Weight

question 11

Multiple Choice

Melissa uses laxatives in an attempt to lose some of the weight she gained from binge eating. Melissa most clearly demonstrates symptoms of

• A) anorexia nervosa.
• B) agoraphobia.
• C) bulimia nervosa.
• D) panic disorder.

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Definitions:

Name Brand

A brand that is widely recognized by the public and usually associated with a certain level of quality, reliability, and status.

Self-monitoring

The act of observing and regulating one’s own behavior in social situations to fit into the surrounding environment or achieve a personal goal.

Need for Closure

The desire to find an answer or to come to a decision quickly in order to alleviate uncertainty and ambiguity.

Ambiguity

The presence of uncertainty or vagueness in meaning in expressions or situations.