A Common Characteristic of Both Bulimics and Anorexics Is That

question 32

Multiple Choice

A common characteristic of both bulimics and anorexics is that they

• A) are male.
• B) were born underweight for height.
• C) lack appropriate coping strategies.
• D) both recognize their behavior as abnormal.

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Definitions:

Mood Disorders

A category of mental disorders involving persistent disturbances in mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder.

Substance Abuse

The injurious or perilous utilization of substances that affect mental processes, including alcohol and unauthorized drugs.

United States

A country located primarily in North America, comprising 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions.

Mood Disorders

A category of mental health disorders where a person’s mood is consistently inappropriate or fluctuates extremely, affecting their daily functioning.