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Maximo Mendoza
on Nov 19, 2024
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Which of the following is one of the major differences between someone who is dieting and someone who has anorexia?
A) People with anorexia have poorer academic performance.
B) People with anorexia are less likely to be interested in food or food preparation.
C) People with anorexia are more likely to experience behavior problems.
D) People with anorexia have more unrealistic perceptions of their body size.
Anorexia
An eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of body weight or shape.
Academic Performance
A measure of a student's achievement in educational activities, often quantified through grades or test scores.
Dieting
The practice of eating food in a regulated manner to achieve or maintain a controlled weight.
- Distinguish between dieting and the pathological behavior seen in anorexia nervosa.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between dieting and the pathological behavior seen in anorexia nervosa.