Epidemiologic Data on Eating Disorders

question 46

Multiple Choice

Epidemiologic data on eating disorders

• A) suggest that eating disorders are more prevalent among black women than white women in the U.S.
• B) do not provide us with a clear picture of the racial and ethnic distribution of the disorders.
• C) indicate that American Indian females have a disproportionately high rate of eating disorders compared to Hispanic females.
• D) suggest that anorexia nervosa among black women is underreported.

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Definitions:

Biological Model

A perspective in psychology and medicine that attributes psychological disorders and behaviors to biological factors such as genetic influences, brain chemistry, and anatomy.

Psychological Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by dysregulation of mood, thought, or behavior, recognized by standardized diagnostic criteria.

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by significant mood swings, including manic (high) and depressive (low) episodes.

Depression

A common and serious mood disorder that negatively affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, often involving persistent sadness and loss of interest.