For Binge Eating Disorder, Epidemiologic Data Indicate

question 72

Multiple Choice

For binge eating disorder, epidemiologic data indicate

• A) increased risk for the disorder among members of the lower socioeconomic classes.
• B) the same findings as revealed in the study of anorexia and bulimia nervosa.
• C) children of women with binge eating disorders are not at higher risk for the disorder.
• D) more differences in prevalence exist across racial and ethnic groups.

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Definitions:

Epithelial Tissue

A type of tissue that lines the outer surfaces of organs and blood vessels throughout the body, as well as the inner surfaces of cavities in many internal organs.

Highly Vascular

Refers to tissues or organs with a high density of blood vessels, facilitating efficient blood flow and nutrient delivery.

Heals Well

Refers to the capacity of an organism, especially human skin and tissues, to recover from injuries or wounds effectively.

Scar

A mark left on the skin or within body tissue where a wound, burn, or sore has not healed completely and fibrous connective tissue has developed.