In Most Cases, Bulimia Nervosa Starts _____

question 53

Multiple Choice

In most cases, bulimia nervosa starts _____.

• A) with an intense fear of gaining weight
• B) because of a comment made by a parent, coach, or friend about the person's weight
• C) with voluntary dieting to lose weight
• D) because of low self-esteem
• E) because of low estrogen levels

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Definitions:

Nausea

A sensation of discomfort in the stomach often accompanied by an urge to vomit, commonly experienced due to a variety of causes such as illness, medication, or motion sickness.

Addicted Newborn

A newborn suffering from withdrawal symptoms as a result of exposure to addictive substances while in the womb.

Narcotic

A drug that relieves pain and induces drowsiness, stupor, or insensibility, often used medically for pain relief but can be addictive and abused.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Physical or psychological effects experienced when reducing or discontinuing a substance that the body has become dependent on.