Eating Disorders and Their Psychological Characteristics Quiz

Test your knowledge on eating disorders with questions ranging from psychological traits to treatment approaches.

#1

Which of the following is a common eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors like vomiting or excessive exercise?

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
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#2

What is the term for an eating disorder characterized by a severe restriction of food intake leading to significant weight loss and nutritional deficiencies?

Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
Anorexia nervosa
Pica
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#3

Which of the following is a common characteristic of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)?

Excessive exercise
Fear of gaining weight
Limited variety of foods consumed
Compulsive overeating
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#4

What is the primary psychological characteristic associated with anorexia nervosa?

Binge eating
Excessive exercise
Intense fear of gaining weight
Lack of interest in food
#5

Which of the following is NOT a common sub-type of eating disorders?

Orthorexia nervosa
Pica
Rumination disorder
Somatic symptom disorder
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#6

What is the primary focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of eating disorders?

Exploring childhood trauma
Addressing unconscious conflicts
Changing maladaptive thoughts and behaviors
Promoting self-acceptance
#7

Which of the following factors is NOT considered a risk factor for the development of eating disorders?

Genetic predisposition
Low self-esteem
Healthy family dynamics
Cultural pressure on body image
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#8

What is the term for the process of eating large quantities of food in a short period while feeling a lack of control over eating?

Anorexia nervosa
Binge eating
Compulsive overeating
Orthorexia nervosa
#9

What is the primary difference between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa in terms of weight regulation?

Anorexia nervosa involves excessive weight gain, while bulimia nervosa involves excessive weight loss.
Anorexia nervosa involves excessive weight loss, while bulimia nervosa involves episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors.
Both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa involve excessive weight gain.
Both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa involve excessive weight loss.
#10

In the context of eating disorders, what does the term 'body dysmorphic disorder' refer to?

A distorted perception of one's own body
Excessive exercise routine
Fear of specific foods
Compulsive overeating
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#11

Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in the development of eating disorders?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
#12

Which demographic group is more commonly affected by binge eating disorder?

Adolescent males
Adult females
Elderly individuals
Preschool children
#13

What is the role of serotonin in the regulation of appetite and mood, which may be relevant to eating disorders?

Increases appetite and induces positive mood
Decreases appetite and induces positive mood
Increases appetite and induces negative mood
Decreases appetite and induces negative mood
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#14

Which psychological factor is often associated with the development and maintenance of eating disorders?

High self-esteem
Perfectionism
Emotional resilience
Healthy body image
1 answered
#15

Which of the following is a potential consequence of severe and prolonged bulimia nervosa?

Osteoporosis
Hypertension
Type 2 diabetes
Asthma
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