The Eating Disorder Anorexia Nervosa Is Characterized by

question 71

Multiple Choice

The eating disorder anorexia nervosa is characterized by

• A) an obsessive fear of food.
• B) intense fear of weight gain, extreme dieting, and obsessive exercising.
• C) acid-related tooth decay and stomach irritation.
• D) the use of laxatives or self-induced vomiting.

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Definitions:

Emergent

The process of novel patterns, properties, or structures developing in complex systems that could not be predicted from earlier states.

Clarity

The quality of being clear, understandable, and precise.

Crisis

A critical or decisive situation or period, especially one that potentially poses instability or great danger.

Social Learning Theory

Social learning theory posits that people learn new behaviors, attitudes, and values by observing and imitating the actions of others.