There Is Controversy in the Research Concerning the Incidence of Anorexia

question 104

Multiple Choice

There is controversy in the research concerning the incidence of anorexia nervosa in our country; some studies report stable rates, while others report an increase. This discrepancy may be explained by the way in which studies were conducted or

• A) attrition rates in studies.
• B) the fact that many people never seek treatment.
• C) improvements in screening tools for the disorder.
• D) the underestimate of males having the disorder.

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