Orthorexia

What is orthorexia often mistakenly identified as due to ambiguous food labels?

• A) A fitness regimen

• B) A lifestyle choice

• C) Health consciousness

• D) A medical treatment

Why do seemingly innocuous lifestyle changes related to diet have opposite effects in people with orthorexia?

• A) They lead to improved physical fitness

• B) They result in malnutrition and rigidity

• C) They cause rapid weight gain

• D) They enhance social interactions

What has increased the attention orthorexia is receiving in recent times?

• A) Celebrity endorsements

• B) Government regulations

• C) Media coverage

• D) Scientific discoveries

What is at the core of orthorexia?

• A) A focus on calorie counting

• B) A fixation over the quality of food

• C) A preference for fast foods

• D) A desire to eat only sweets

What type of eating patterns do individuals with orthorexia exhibit?

• A) Flexible and varied

• B) Incredibly rigid and inflexible

• C) Sporadic and unplanned

• D) Focused on portion sizes

What happens if a person with orthorexia breaks their dietary "rules"?

• A) They feel indifferent

• B) They experience a boost in energy

• C) They feel severe anxiety, guilt, and/or distress

• D) They gain weight immediately

Which of the following is NOT a common belief among individuals with orthorexia?

• A) Cutting out certain foods will prevent diseases

• B) Eating "clean" foods is essential for health

• C) All foods are equally beneficial

• D) "Bad" foods can cause illness or fall

What is a common misconception held by people with orthorexia regarding body image?

• A) It is driven by a desire to improve fitness

• B) It is rooted in poor body image

• C) It is not typically driven by poor body image

• D) It focuses on gaining muscle mass

What is orthorexia often characterized by?

• Excessive consumption of food

• Limited food variety leading to nutrient depletion

• Frequent eating out

• High sugar intake

Is orthorexia recognized as an official eating disorder in the DSM-5?

• Yes, it is an official disorder

• No, but it is considered clinically significant

• Yes, but only in severe cases

• No, it is not considered a disorder at all