In the Context of Anorexia Nervosa, Which of the Following

question 33

Multiple Choice

In the context of anorexia nervosa, which of the following statements is true?  

• A)Affluent females may be at greater risk because they have greater access to fitness centers and health clubs. 
• B)Anorexia nervosa mostly afflicts women during middle age when they are going through a mid-life crisis. 
• C)In anorexia nervosa, binge eating is followed by purging. 
• D)In anorexia nervosa, food restriction is followed by binge eating.

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Definitions:

Arrousal

Arousal (correct spelling) is a physiological and psychological state of being awoken or alert, characterized by heightened physical activity and sensory alertness.

Circadian Process

The biological mechanisms that control the internal body clock, regulating sleep-wake cycles and other physiological patterns.

Sleep Deprivation

The condition of not having enough sleep, which can lead to various negative health and cognitive effects.

Inverted-U Function

A theory suggesting that performance increases with arousal up to an optimal point, beyond which further increases in arousal can lead to decreased performance.