Juveniles Who Perpetrate Violence _____________________

question 27

Multiple Choice

Juveniles who perpetrate violence _____________________.

• A) tend to do so without any warning
• B) tend to commit a variety of crimes
• C) commit more non violent crimes than violent crimes
• D) are more likely to come from families of high socioeconomic status

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Definitions:

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by habitually engaging in out-of-control overeating followed by unhealthy compensatory efforts, such as self-induced vomiting, fasting, abuse of laxatives and diuretics, and excessive exercise.

Self-induced Vomiting

The act of voluntarily causing oneself to vomit, often as a symptom of eating disorders like bulimia nervosa.

Compensatory Efforts

Actions taken to make up for or overcome deficiencies, disadvantages, or errors, often aiming to achieve a state of balance or equity.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by intense fear of gaining weight, disturbed body image, refusal to maintain normal weight, and use of dangerous measures to lose weight.