Eating Disorders and Their Psychological Implications Quiz

Test your knowledge on eating disorders psychology with these insightful questions covering causes, symptoms, and treatments.

#1

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

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
Orthorexia nervosa
#2

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

Genetics
High socioeconomic status
Perfectionism
Dieting behaviors
#3

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of binge eating disorder?

Self-induced vomiting
Fasting or excessive exercise
Recurrent episodes of binge eating without compensatory behaviors
Persistent restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight
#4

What is the primary characteristic of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)?

Episodes of binge eating
Fear or avoidance of certain foods
Self-induced vomiting
Compulsive exercise
#5

Which of the following is a common comorbidity often seen alongside eating disorders?

Schizophrenia
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
#6

What percentage of individuals with eating disorders are estimated to be male?

5-10%
15-20%
25-30%
35-40%
#7

Which psychological theory posits that eating disorders develop as a way to cope with unresolved emotional conflicts?

Biopsychosocial model
Sociocultural theory
Cognitive-behavioral theory
Psychodynamic theory
#8

What is the term for a distorted perception of one's body size or shape, often leading to behaviors aimed at changing or hiding one's appearance?

Body dysmorphic disorder
Muscle dysmorphia
Body image distortion
Body dissatisfaction
#9

Which of the following is a common treatment approach for eating disorders that involves monitoring and modifying thought patterns related to body image and eating behaviors?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Interpersonal therapy (IPT)
Exposure therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
#10

What is the term for a condition characterized by the consumption of non-nutritive, non-food substances?

Binge eating
Anorexia nervosa
Pica
Orthorexia nervosa
#11

Which of the following factors is NOT commonly associated with the development of eating disorders in adolescents?

Peer pressure
Media influence
Genetics
Low self-esteem
#12

Which of the following is a potential consequence of chronic purging behaviors in individuals with bulimia nervosa?

Metabolic syndrome
Hypertension
Erosion of tooth enamel
Osteoporosis
#13

Which neurotransmitter is thought to play a significant role in the development of eating disorders?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
GABA
#14

What is the term for the persistent restriction of energy intake leading to significantly low body weight in the context of age, sex, developmental trajectory, and physical health?

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)
Orthorexia nervosa
#15

What is the term for the practice of avoiding certain foods or food groups based on their perceived health effects?

Binge eating
Pica
Orthorexia nervosa
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)
#16

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of prolonged eating disorder behaviors?

Osteoporosis
Cardiac arrhythmias
Type 1 diabetes
Infertility
#17

What is the term for the practice of engaging in excessive physical activity as a means of compensating for food intake?

Purging
Orthorexia nervosa
Compulsive exercise
Muscle dysmorphia
#18

Which of the following is NOT a category of eating disorder according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)?

Bulimia nervosa
Orthorexia nervosa
Anorexia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
#19

Which of the following neurotransmitters is implicated in the regulation of appetite and satiety?

Norepinephrine
Glutamate
Leptin
Endorphins

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