#1
Which of the following is a common characteristic of Anorexia Nervosa?
Binge eating
Excessive exercise
Overeating
Normal body weight
#2
Which demographic group is more commonly affected by eating disorders?
Adult males
Adult females
Elderly individuals
Children under 5 years old
#3
What is the term used to describe eating a large amount of food in a short period accompanied by a sense of lack of control?
Starvation
Overindulgence
Binge eating
Moderation
#4
What is the typical age of onset for eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?
Early childhood
Adolescence or early adulthood
Middle age
Older adulthood
#5
In the context of eating disorders, what does the term 'amenorrhea' refer to?
Absence of menstruation
Excessive menstruation
Irregular menstruation
Painful menstruation
#6
What is the primary diagnostic criteria for Bulimia Nervosa?
Excessive fasting
Recurrent episodes of binge eating
Extreme thinness
Avoidance of certain foods
#7
Which eating disorder is characterized by a pattern of recurrent binge eating without inappropriate compensatory behaviors?
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge Eating Disorder
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
#8
What is the role of purging behaviors in Bulimia Nervosa?
To induce vomiting or misuse of laxatives to compensate for binge eating
To engage in excessive exercise
To avoid food altogether
To practice mindful eating
#9
What is the primary characteristic of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
Excessive exercise
Fear or avoidance of certain foods, textures, or smells
Binge eating episodes
Compulsive overeating
#10
Which of the following medical complications is commonly associated with Anorexia Nervosa?
Hypertension
Osteoporosis
Type 2 diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
#11
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of eating disorders?
Promote restrictive dieting
Challenge distorted thoughts and behaviors related to food
Encourage excessive exercise
Administer medication
#12
Which eating disorder is often associated with a preoccupation with body size, shape, and weight, despite being underweight?
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge Eating Disorder
Anorexia Nervosa
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
#13
In the context of eating disorders, what does the term 'body image distortion' refer to?
Perception of one's own body size that is inconsistent with reality
Exaggerated self-confidence
Lack of self-awareness
Indifference towards physical appearance
#14
Which psychological factor is often associated with the development of eating disorders?
High self-esteem
Perfectionism
Healthy body image
Effective stress management
#15
Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in the development of eating disorders?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphins
Acetylcholine
#16
What is the primary difference between binge eating in Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and Bulimia Nervosa?
Frequency of episodes
Presence of compensatory behaviors
Type of food consumed
Duration of eating episodes
#17
Which type of eating disorder is characterized by a focus on purity, morality, and control over food intake?
Bulimia Nervosa
Anorexia Nervosa
Orthorexia Nervosa
Binge Eating Disorder
#18
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of eating disorders?
Positive body image
History of trauma or abuse
Healthy coping mechanisms
Societal acceptance of diverse body shapes
#19
What is the term used to describe the fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image in the absence of significant weight loss?
Body dysmorphic disorder
Orthorexia nervosa
Body image distortion
Anorexia nervosa (atypical)