What Characterizes the Eating Pattern of People with Bulimia Nervosa

question 52

Multiple Choice

What characterizes the eating pattern of people with bulimia nervosa? 

• A) Binge eating usually occurs during the daytime as a reward for something done well. 
• B) Binge eating often involves nutritious foods in overabundance. 
• C) Binge eating typically occurs after a period of strict dieting. 
• D) A binge eating episode is usually completed within 20 minutes. 
• E) Young women are particularly likely to have "binge buddies" with whom they binge.

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Definitions:

Moderator

An independent variable in research that can affect the strength or direction of the relationship between a dependent and an independent variable.

Catalyst

A substance or agent that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without itself undergoing any permanent chemical change, or metaphorically, something that triggers a significant event or change.

Transmitter

A device or system that sends out signals, messages, or other forms of communication through various forms of media.

Strong Situation

Environments or scenarios in which clear social norms or expectations heavily influence individual behavior, often overshadowing personal traits.