In Contrast to Those with Anorexia, Adolescents Who Suffer from Bulimia

question 90

Multiple Choice

In contrast to those with anorexia, adolescents who suffer from bulimia are more likely to

• A) prevent food absorption through induced vomiting or use of laxatives.
• B) suffer serious health risks.
• C) focus exclusively on weight loss.
• D) have spurts of public gluttony.

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Definitions:

Acquired Adaptations

Characteristics or changes gained after birth due to environmental influences, improving an organism's ability to survive.

Mental Representations

Internal images, ideas, or concepts that stand in for objects, events, or relationships in the external world, aiding in cognitive functions like memory and reasoning.

Tertiary Circular Reactions

The stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where infants aged 12-18 months start to experiment with new actions and observe the consequences.

Varying an Action

The process of changing the manner or method of performing a task or action, often to adapt to new conditions or to improve outcomes.