Stephen Is Being Exposed to Violent and Nonviolent Images,and Researchers

question 42

Multiple Choice

Stephen is being exposed to violent and nonviolent images,and researchers are using a technique that constructs images of his brain tissue and biochemical activity as he views the images.The researchers are using

• A)electroencephaly (EEG).
• B)functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).
• C)habituation techniques.
• D)diagnostic x-rays.

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Definitions:

Eating Disorders

Mental disorders characterized by abnormal or disturbed eating habits, such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, which significantly impact an individual's health and well-being.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an obsessive fear of gaining weight, leading to a refusal to maintain a healthy body weight and an extremely distorted body image.

Bulimia

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, fasting, or excessive exercise.

Binge-eating Disorder

An eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food in a short period of time, often accompanied by feelings of loss of control and guilt.