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Snickers Does Stuff
on Dec 10, 2024
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Which statement is TRUE regarding anorexia nervosa?
A) Most people recover, but those who do not are most likely to die from starvation or suicide.
B) Death from starvation is a common outcome in people with this condition.
C) About half of all people with this condition will experience a life-threatening cardiac event.
D) The death rate from anorexia has declined to less than 1 percent.
Anorexia Nervosa
An eating disorder marked by an intense fear of gaining weight, leading to severe food restriction, weight loss, and a distorted body image.
Starvation
A severe deficiency in caloric energy, nutrient, and vitamin intake, leading to extreme weight loss and potentially death if not addressed.
Suicide
Intentionally triggering one's own demise.
- Familiarize yourself with the key features and criteria for diagnosis of eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize yourself with the key features and criteria for diagnosis of eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.