Set-point theory about weight suggests that
a. dieting can establish a new set-point that stabilizes the near-starvation seen in people with anorexia.
b. people with anorexia are biologically programmed to be underweight.
c. the hunger that occurs by being well below one's set-point can trigger binges.
d. sociocultural factors play very little role in the development of unrealistic body image goals.
Question 2Which of the following characterizes the prevalence of eating disorders in Iran?
a. Iran does not recognize eating disorders.
b. Iran has a low incidence of eating disorders.
c. Iran's prevalence of eating disorders is comparable the United States.
d. Iran has a very high prevalence of eating disorders.
Question 3Which of the following statements about the prevalence of eating disorders in the 20th century is true?
a. While the incidence of anorexia has been increasing, the incidence of bulimia seems to be declining.
b. While there is no evidence to indicate that the incidence of anorexia has been changing, the incidence of bulimia has been declining.
c. While the incidence of anorexia has been increasing, there is no evidence to suggest a change in the incidence of bulimia.
d. While there is no evidence to indicate that the incidence of anorexia has been changing, bulimia appears to be increasing in frequency.
Question 4Rates of eating disorders tend to be much lower in black women than in white women. However, one factor that can increase risk in black women is
a. their age - younger black women have higher rates of eating disorders than older.
b. assimilation into white culture and middle class values.
c. their weight - very overweight black women have the same rates of eating disorders as whites do.
d. whether they were recent immigrants.
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