Research Regarding the Role of the Hypothalamus in Anorexia Nervosa

question 97

Multiple Choice

Research regarding the role of the hypothalamus in anorexia nervosa indicates that

• A)the hypothalamus is damaged in most individuals with anorexia
• B)hypothalamus dysfunction is the most likely explanation for the fact that people with anorexia do not experience hunger
• C)the hypothalamus appears to be overactive in people with anorexia,leading to binge eating
• D)dysfunction in the hypothalamus does not seem to be an important factor in anorexia

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