Monica Is Terribly Anxious About Weighing Too Much, but Has

question 68

Multiple Choice

Monica is terribly anxious about weighing too much, but has an uncontrollable need to eat, especially sweets. She consumes huge quantities of food in an hour, and then feels despondent and out of control. To compensate for overeating, she vomits. What is her disorder?

• A) bulimia nervosa
• B) pica
• C) anorexia nervosa
• D) obsessive-compulsive eating disorder

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Definitions:

Externalizing Behaviors

Behaviors by which a child acts out emotional difficulties; for example, aggression or hostility.

Family Atmosphere

The overall mood, dynamics, and characteristics of interactions within a family, including elements of support, communication, conflict, and emotional warmth.

Emotional Disorders

Psychological disorders primarily characterized by abnormal or disturbed emotional responses, impacting daily functioning.

Behavioral Disorders

A range of mental health conditions characterized by disruptive or inappropriate behaviors that impact daily functioning and social relationships.