Research on Activity Anorexia Suggests That the Risk of Becoming

question 37

Multiple Choice

Research on activity anorexia suggests that the risk of becoming anorexic during a weight-loss program can be effectively reduced by:

• A) increasing one's exercise levels slowly rather than rapidly.
• B) following a low-protein diet.
• C) changing one's attitude about one's body image.
• D) eating a single large meal per day.

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Definitions:

Neuroadaptation

The process by which the brain adapts to changes in its environment, often in response to repeated exposure to substances, leading to tolerance or dependence.

Drug Tolerance

A physiological state where the effectiveness of a drug decreases as a result of repeated use, often leading to the need for increased doses.

Disinhibition

The reduction of restraint or inhibition, leading to impulsive or unrestrained behavior, often influenced by environmental factors or psychological states.

Substance Use Disorder

A mental disorder that affects a person's brain and behavior, leading to an inability to control the use of legal or illegal drugs, alcohol, or medications.