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Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Eating disorders are classified as:
Mental health disorders
Physical health disorders
Nutritional deficiencies
Lifestyle choices
Eating disorders can develop when a person has low self-esteem or a negative body image.
True
False
Eating disorders are most common in which age group of girls?
Children
Teenagers
Adults
Elderly
Which of the following is a characteristic of someone who might be at risk for an eating disorder?
A) Critical about their body size and shape
B) Think about food often
C) Extreme Dieter
D) All of the above
What is a reason given for why those with eating disorders might eat alone?
They prefer solitude.
They are embarrassed about their eating habits.
They want to focus on their food.
They have social anxiety.
List one activity where there are leanness expectations that might put someone at risk for an eating disorder.
Modeling
Weightlifting
Cooking
Painting
How often do those at risk for eating disorders weigh themselves?
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Rarely
Anorexia nervosa is a:
eating disorder characterized by weight loss and distorted body image
type of cardiovascular disease
form of arthritis
neurological disorder
The transformation shown in the image related to anorexia nervosa is:
Weight gain
Weight loss
Muscle building
Increased appetite
What is Anorexia Nervosa also known as?
Anorexia Nervosa is also known as anorexia.
Bulimia
Binge Eating Disorder
Orthorexia
Anorexia Nervosa involves an eliminated or reduced amount of what?
food intake
water intake
sleep
exercise
Individuals with anorexia commonly see themselves as ______ although they are in fact underweight.
overweight
underweight
average weight
muscular
Which of the following is a warning sign of Anorexia Nervosa?
Sensitivity to cold temperatures
An intense fear of gaining weight
Loss of scalp hair
Reduction of bone density
Which of the following is a physical sign of Anorexia Nervosa?
Refusal to eat or skipping meals
Denial of hunger
Sensitivity to cold temperatures
Wearing baggy clothes
True or False: Individuals with anorexia commonly see themselves as overweight although they are in fact underweight.
True
False
List two warning signs of Anorexia Nervosa.
Weight loss and excessive exercise
Increased appetite and weight gain
Improved mood and social interactions
Healthy eating habits and regular meals
List two physical signs of Anorexia Nervosa.
Weight loss and fatigue
Increased appetite and energy
Improved mood and concentration
Weight gain and muscle growth
A common misconception individuals with anorexia have about their body image is:
They believe they are overweight even when they are underweight.
They think they are too thin and need to gain weight.
They have an accurate perception of their body size.
They are indifferent about their body image.
Name one physical sign of Anorexia Nervosa related to hair.
Hair loss or thinning hair.
Increased hair growth on the body.
Thicker hair on the scalp.
Darker hair color.
Anorexia is a type of:
Mental disorder
Physical exercise
Diet plan
Medication
What is Bulimia Nervosa characterized by?
Frequent episodes of binge eating followed by purging methods
Excessive exercise
Avoidance of food
None of the above
What are the methods of purging in Bulimia Nervosa?
Making yourself throw up
Taking laxatives
Both A and B
None of the above
Fill in the blank: One of the warning signs of Bulimia Nervosa is going to the bathroom after meals.
going to the bathroom after meals
eating more than usual
exercising excessively
avoiding meals
Fill in the blank: A warning sign of Bulimia Nervosa is episodes of out-of-control binge eating.
episodes of out-of-control binge eating
episodes of controlled eating
lack of appetite
excessive exercise
What is binge-eating disorder?
A psychological disorder characterized by frequent episodes of eating large amounts of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.
A condition where individuals avoid eating certain foods due to allergies.
A disorder where individuals eat only organic foods.
A condition characterized by excessive exercise to lose weight.
Which of the following is a symptom of binge-eating disorder?
Eating small amounts of food
Eating unusually large amounts of food in a specific amount of time
Eating only when hungry
Eating slowly
Feeling that your eating behavior is out of control is a symptom of which disorder?
eating disorder
anxiety disorder
sleep disorder
mood disorder
True or False: Eating even when you're full or not hungry is a symptom of binge-eating disorder.
True
False
What is a common behavior during binge episodes?
Eating rapidly
Eating slowly
Eating with others
Eating less
Eating until you're uncomfortably full is a symptom of which disorder?
Binge Eating Disorder
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Orthorexia
Frequently eating alone or in secret is a symptom of binge-eating disorder.
True
False
Feeling depressed, disgusted, ashamed, guilty, or upset about your eating is a symptom of which disorder?
eating disorder
anxiety disorder
mood disorder
sleep disorder
Men are concerned with being strong vs. weak. True or False?
True
False
Women are concerned with being fat vs. thin. True or False?
True
False
What do men want to feel according to the list?
Loved
Respected
Valued
Understood
What is a focus for men in relation to eating disorders?
Body image
Nutritional balance
Emotional well-being
Physical fitness
Eating disorders in men can develop due to trauma. True or False?
True
False
Society does not want women to be big or eat too much or fast. True or False?
True
False
What is a societal concern for women regarding eating disorders?
Body image pressure
Financial stability
Career advancement
Educational opportunities
What is a difference in focus between men and women regarding eating disorders?
Men focus more on muscle gain, while women focus more on weight loss.
Men focus more on weight loss, while women focus more on muscle gain.
Both men and women focus equally on weight loss.
Both men and women focus equally on muscle gain.
How can a trusted adult help with eating disorders?
By providing emotional support and guidance
By ignoring the problem
By encouraging unhealthy eating habits
By isolating the individual
A counselor plays a role in helping with eating disorders by:
Providing nutritional advice
Offering emotional support and therapy
Prescribing medication
Diagnosing medical conditions
How can treatment facilities assist individuals with eating disorders?
By providing nutritional counseling and therapy
By offering financial support
By giving medication for unrelated health issues
By providing recreational activities
Which of the following is a behavioral sign of Bulimia Nervosa?
Increased interest in cooking
Frequent trips to the bathroom after eating
Sleeping more than usual
Wearing tight clothing
What is a common emotional symptom associated with eating disorders?
Feeling energetic after eating
Feeling ashamed about eating habits
Feeling excited about meals
Feeling indifferent towards food
True or False: Eating disorders can affect both males and females.
False
True
Which of the following is a psychological sign of an eating disorder?
Preoccupation with food and weight
Regular eating patterns
Increased social activity
Improved self-esteem
What is a common consequence of untreated Anorexia Nervosa?
Weight gain
Increased appetite
Organ damage
Improved physical health
Which behavior is often associated with Binge-Eating Disorder?
Skipping meals regularly
Eating large amounts of food in a short period
Strictly following a diet plan
Exercising excessively after every meal
Which statement about eating disorders is true?
They are not serious health conditions
Only teenagers are at risk
They are caused by lack of willpower
They can affect people of any gender or age
