Eating Disorders - Why Eating Disorder Suffers Relapse

The video discusses the impact of eating disorders on the brain, highlighting that the brain is the most nutrient-demanding organ. It explains the difference between mindful behavior, which requires more energy, and habitual actions that are energy-efficient. The anorexic brain tends to operate on autopilot, forming habits around food that lead to disordered eating behaviors.

What percentage of the body's nutrients does the brain consume?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 10%

Why does mindful behavior require more energy than habitual actions?

• Because it involves new cognition

• Because it is automatic

• Because it is less efficient

• Because it is a natural process

How does the anorexic brain typically operate in relation to food?

• It avoids energy efficiency

• It runs on autopilot

• It forms new habits

• It uses mindful behavior

What is a characteristic of the anorexic brain's default position?

• It is habit-driven

• It is energy-consuming

• It is nutrient-rich

• It is highly adaptable

What is the context in which the anorexic brain forms habits?

• In the context of social interactions

• In the context of sleep

• In the context of food

• In the context of exercise