Felicia has been diagnosed with bulimia nervosa, purging type. We should expect that she
A) is less than 85 percent of normal body weight but still considers herself fat.
B) strongly denies that she has a serious disorder.
C) is unconcerned about becoming fat.
D) experiences electrolyte imbalances and mineral deficiencies.
Question 2Discuss and describe the five axes of the DSM. Why are five axes necessary?
What will be an ideal response?
Question 3Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for eating disorders in men?
A) homosexuality B) painting
C) childhood obesity D) wrestling
Question 4In her mid-thirties, Cheryl became preoccupied with her weight and began dieting and exercising. After
losing a substantial amount of weight, she was still not happy with how she looked and continued to
restrict her food intake.
After several fainting spells resulting from her low calorie intake, her employer
referred her to a clinician who recognized the signs of anorexia nervosa. Which of the following is unique
about Cheryl's case?
A) A diagnosis of anorexia is rarely made before the condition becomes life-threatening.
B) Eating disorders rarely start during the mid-thirties.
C) Few women with anorexia exercise.
D) The likelihood of anorexia being so readily recognized and diagnosed is slim.
Question 5Compare and contrast the following: MRIs, PET scans and fMRI.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 6Describe the process and purpose of Freudian dream analysis. ______
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Question 7Raquel has occasions when she eats enormous amounts of food in a short time. Afterwards she will refuse
to eat anything solid for a couple of days. Her most likely diagnosis is
A) anorexia nervosa, binge-purging type. B) bulimia nervosa, nonpurging type.
C) anorexia nervosa, restricting type. D) bulimia nervosa, purging type.