An Inappropriate Compensatory Behavior May Be Defined as

question 89

Multiple Choice

An inappropriate compensatory behavior may be defined as

• A) any action taken to counteract a binge or avoid weight gain.
• B) only those actions taken to avoid binge eating.
• C) any ritualistic behavior used to avoid thinking about bingeing.
• D) a healthy course of action taken to counteract negative consequences of bingeing.

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Definitions:

Amphetamines

A class of stimulant drugs that increase activity in the brain and are used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

Sleep-inducing

Refers to substances or activities that promote the onset of sleep by affecting various biochemical or physiological mechanisms.

Pain-relieving

A characteristic of interventions, medications, or methods that reduce or eliminate pain.

Opioid Peptides

Small protein-like molecules used by neurons to communicate with each other, known for their roles in pain control, reward, and addictive behaviors.