#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of anorexia nervosa?
Excessive eating
Purging behaviors
Obsession with weight gain
Hyperactivity
#2
What is the typical age of onset for anorexia nervosa?
Early childhood
Late adulthood
Teenage years
Middle age
#3
Which of the following is a hallmark behavior of anorexia nervosa?
Excessive calorie intake
Rapid weight gain
Distorted body image
Lack of concern about weight
#4
Which of the following is NOT a diagnostic criterion for anorexia nervosa according to the DSM-5?
Intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat
Body weight within normal range for age and height
Disturbance in the way in which one's body weight or shape is experienced
Restriction of energy intake relative to requirements leading to a significantly low body weight
#5
Which of the following behaviors is characteristic of anorexia nervosa?
Regularly eating large quantities of food in short periods
Experiencing a lack of control over eating during binge episodes
Persistent restriction of energy intake leading to significantly low body weight
Engaging in excessive exercise to compensate for food intake
#6
Which psychological factor is commonly associated with anorexia nervosa?
Depersonalization disorder
Schizophrenia
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Bipolar disorder
#7
What is the mortality rate for anorexia nervosa compared to other mental illnesses?
Lower
Equal
Higher
Varies widely
#8
What is lanugo, often seen in individuals with anorexia nervosa?
A type of hair
A type of skin rash
A neurological symptom
A dietary supplement
#9
Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in the development of anorexia nervosa?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Norepinephrine
#10
What is the primary goal of treatment for anorexia nervosa?
To increase body weight as quickly as possible
To address underlying psychological factors
To enforce strict dietary restrictions
To encourage excessive exercise
#11
Which of the following is a potential consequence of severe and prolonged anorexia nervosa?
Osteoporosis
Obesity
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
#12
Which of the following is a physical complication associated with anorexia nervosa?
High blood pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Decreased bone density
Type 2 diabetes
#13
Which of the following is a potential trigger for the onset of anorexia nervosa?
Positive body image
Genetic predisposition
Healthy coping mechanisms
Regular exercise routine
#14
What is orthorexia nervosa?
A subtype of anorexia nervosa
A form of obsessive-compulsive disorder
An eating disorder characterized by an obsession with healthy eating
A psychological disorder unrelated to eating behaviors
#15
Which of the following is NOT a common treatment for anorexia nervosa?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Family-based therapy
Antidepressant medication
Nutritional counseling
#16
What percentage of individuals with anorexia nervosa are estimated to be male?
#17
Which of the following is a possible complication of refeeding syndrome in individuals with anorexia nervosa?
Hyperkalemia
Hypoglycemia
Hyponatremia
Hypophosphatemia