Regarding Eating Disorders in Men, Which of the Following Statements

question 99

Multiple Choice

Regarding eating disorders in men, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)One third of men want less fat on their bodies, while another third want more muscle.
• B)Both men and women who suffer from eating disorders are extremely dissatisfied with their bodies.
• C)About 25 percent of the people with anorexia and five percent of those who are bulimic are men.
• D)Most people suffering from eating disorders will not seek help on their own, especially men, who perceive eating disorders to be a female problem.

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