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WorksheetsWhat Are Eating Disorders?
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Worksheet time: 49mins
According to the section, which statement best defines eating disorders?
Conditions involving occasional dieting choices
Life-threatening conditions marked by extreme emotions and behaviors around weight, food, and size
Minor concerns limited to body weight with no psychological component
Short-term habits influenced only by cultural trends
Which set of influences is identified as contributing to eating disorders?
Economic, political, and environmental factors
Biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors
Nutritional, athletic, and educational factors
Genetic alone with no social or mental influences
A student claims that eating disorders are only about food choices. Using the section’s ideas, what is the most accurate response?
They are only about food because eating is the central behavior.
They often begin with thoughts about food and weight but are usually about much more than food.
They are unrelated to food and weight in any way.
They focus entirely on calories and ignore emotions or body image.
Which factor plays a large role in eating disorders by affecting how a person sees themselves physically and psychologically?
Calorie counting
Body image
Athletic performance
Sleep patterns
Which statement best defines body image as presented in the lesson?
Only how you look to other people in photos
A combination of how you see yourself, what you believe about your appearance, and how you feel and sense your body
Strictly your height, weight, and medical measurements
Your athletic performance and fitness test results
Body image includes which component related to movement?
How you sense and control your body as you move
How fast you can run a mile
How often you stretch after workouts
How many sports you play
According to the material, which feeling aligns with a negative body image?
Feeling proud and confident in your body
Feeling ashamed, self-conscious, and anxious about your body
Feeling neutral and uninterested in appearance
Feeling energized after exercise
What does “distorted perception of your shape” mean in the context of negative body image?
Seeing your body exactly as it is with objective accuracy
Perceiving parts of your body unlike they really are
Ignoring your body and never thinking about it
Judging others’ bodies more harshly than your own
Which statement about body image and eating disorders is supported by research in the lesson?
Eating disorders always have a single clear cause: genetics
Body dissatisfaction is one of the best-known contributors to the development, maintenance, and relapse of eating disorders
Media exposure is the sole cause of bulimia nervosa
Improved athletic performance eliminates the risk of anorexia nervosa
Which example reflects beliefs as a component of body image?
Assuming your shape means personal failure
Memorizing health class vocabulary
Counting daily steps
Measuring your height with a ruler
Which scenario most clearly shows being uncomfortable and awkward in your body, a sign of negative body image?
Feeling at ease while trying on clothes and focusing on comfort
Avoiding activities because you feel awkward in your body and worry others will judge your shape
Joining a team sport to enjoy movement with friends
Choosing outfits that express your style without concern
According to the material, which statement best highlights a mismatch between women's actual sizes and their representation in mainstream media?
Most American women wear sizes 0–2, and media frequently features plus-size women.
About two-thirds of American women wear size 14 or larger, yet only a small fraction of media images show plus-size women.
Most American women wear size 8, and half of media images feature plus-size women.
Only 2% of American women are plus-size, and media representation reflects this accurately.
Which outcome is linked to media presenting young women with an unattainable body type ideal?
Improved physical health and balanced dieting.
Increased body dissatisfaction that can lead to dieting behaviors.
Greater appreciation for diverse body types.
Reduced social pressure related to appearance.
The material reports specific percentages about music content. Which option correctly pairs the medium with the described content?
81% of news broadcasts include lyrics degrading toward women.
70% of rap, hip-hop, and R&B songs include lyrics promoting materialism, power, and physical prowess.
81% of documentaries include lyrics about body positivity.
70% of classical music performances include sexually degrading lyrics.
A brief exposure effect was described. What did just ten minutes of viewing music videos featuring thin, sexualized performers lead to?
A measurable increase in body dissatisfaction.
Immediate improvement in self-esteem.
No observable change in body perceptions.
Long-term elimination of dieting behaviors.
Which group is noted as being at higher risk of a specific obsession due to watching music videos, and with what?
Teenage girls; makeup tutorials.
Teenage boys; bodybuilding.
Adults; calorie tracking.
Young children; cartoon merchandise.
People with negative body image are more likely to experience which combination of psychological and emotional consequences?
High self-esteem, social connectedness, and flexible attitudes toward weight.
Depression, isolation, low self-esteem, and obsessions with weight loss, alongside increased likelihood of developing an eating disorder.
Improved mood, increased community engagement, and reduced dieting.
Enhanced physical prowess, materialism, and power dynamics.
Which statement best reflects the overall cause of eating disorders as described: "An eating disorder in any individual will have been caused by a complex mixture of biological, behavioral, psychological, and social factors"?
They are typically triggered by a single event or habit
They result from one dominant biological abnormality
They arise from a complex mixture of multiple interacting factors
They are exclusively a consequence of media influence
According to the material, which set lists only biological factors associated with eating disorders?
Family history, history of dieting, genetic predisposition
Low self-esteem, relationship with self, feelings of inadequacy
Cultural norms that overvalue appearance, body dissatisfaction, bullying
Depression, anxiety, fear, loneliness
Which psychological factor described is most directly about how a person views themselves internally?
Relationship with self
Family history
Historical trauma
Weight stigma
Which social factor from the list most explicitly connects to peer mistreatment based on weight?
Drive for perceived ideal body type
Weight stigma/bullying
Body dissatisfaction
Cultural norms that overvalue appearance
Which statement aligns with the reminder: "There is not one single simple thing that causes a person to develop an Eating Disorder"?
Eating disorders always start with dieting alone
Multiple social, environmental, biological, and psychological attributes often combine
One clear psychological symptom is sufficient to cause an eating disorder
Media exposure by itself is the primary cause
Identify the factor category for "Type One (insulin-dependent) diabetes" as presented in the lists.
Psychological factor
Social factor
Biological factor
Behavioral factor
A student argues that cultural norms that overvalue appearance can increase pressure to achieve an ideal body type, contributing to body dissatisfaction. Which reasoning best matches the social factors described?
It connects norms, ideal body pressure, and dissatisfaction, which are listed social influences
It relies on genetic predisposition and family history, which are biological
It focuses on depression and anxiety, which are psychological
It assumes dieting history alone explains all cases, which contradicts the multifactor view
Which option best illustrates the biopsychosocial model’s implication for adolescent onset and gender influence: causes are multifactorial and may vary across individuals?
All adolescents develop eating disorders for the same reason
Gender determines a single universal cause
Different combinations of biological, psychological, and social influences can affect onset and patterns
Only biological changes in adolescence explain eating disorders
Recall: According to U.S. prevalence figures, which group is estimated to have about 20 million individuals who struggle with an eating disorder at some point in life?
Girls and women
Boys and men
Adults aged 40–60
Children under age 10
Recall: What is the estimated number of boys and men in the U.S. who struggle with an eating disorder at some point in life?
5 million
8 million
10 million
15 million
Skill/Concept: The slides note that many eating disorder cases are not reported. Which reason best explains this underreporting?
Limited access to healthcare facilities
Secretiveness and shame associated with eating disorders
Difficulty diagnosing eating disorders in clinical settings
Lack of standardized national surveys
Recall: What common characteristic is clearly apparent in all sufferers of an eating disorder, as highlighted in the material?
High self-confidence
Low self-esteem
Exceptional athletic performance
Strong body satisfaction
Skill/Concept: The material lists ‘Feedback/Self Talk’ as connected to low self-esteem. Which statement best interprets that connection using the provided context?
Positive self-talk increases risk for eating disorders
Critical internal feedback can distort how a person views their own beauty
External feedback has no effect on self-esteem
Self-talk only affects physical health, not mental perceptions
Strategic Thinking: A 16-year-old girl reports feeling intense pressure from social media to be thinner and engages in strict dieting. Using the listed causes, which combination most directly contributes to increased risk for an eating disorder in this scenario?
Genetics only
Dieting experiences and social pressures
Adolescent onset without social influence
Gender alone
Strategic Thinking: If an immediate family member had an eating disorder, what inference from the material would best inform prevention planning for a teen?
The teen is 11 times more likely to develop an eating disorder, so early support and monitoring are warranted
Family history has no measurable impact, so prevention is unnecessary
Genetics account for less than 5% of cases, so risk is minimal
Only adults are affected by genetic risk, not adolescents
Which item is an emotional/behavioral warning sign of an eating disorder?
Noticeable weight fluctuations
Food rituals
Dizziness upon standing
Issues with dental health
Which physical warning sign is specifically related to digestive problems?
Social withdrawal
Gastrointestinal complaints
Extreme mood swings
Frequent body checking
A student frequently skips meals to stay in control of their food and constantly weighs themselves. Which category best describes these behaviors?
Emotional/behavioral warning signs
Physical warning signs
Long-term treatment strategies
Protective lifestyle factors
Which set lists only emotional/behavioral warning signs?
Food rituals; social withdrawal; extreme mood swings
Dizziness upon standing; difficulty sleeping; dental issues
Noticeable weight fluctuations; gastrointestinal complaints; hair problems
Difficulty concentrating; nail health problems; weight changes
Which physical warning sign might make schoolwork harder because it affects attention?
Frequent dieting
Difficulty concentrating
Social withdrawal
Food rituals
Consider the warning sign 'difficulty sleeping.' Which category does it belong to according to the list?
Emotional/behavioral
Physical
Nutritional
Cognitive therapy
Which option best matches the phrase: 'Weight loss, dieting, and control of food are primary concerns'?
Emotional/behavioral warning sign
Physical warning sign
Recovery milestone
Environmental risk factor
A friend reports dizziness when standing and noticeable changes in weight over short periods. Based on the list, which category do these signs fit?
Emotional/behavioral
Physical
Social pressures
Therapeutic interventions
Which combination pairs each sign with its correct category?
Gastrointestinal complaints—Emotional/behavioral; Social withdrawal—Physical
Food rituals—Emotional/behavioral; Difficulty concentrating—Physical
Extreme mood swings—Physical; Noticeable weight fluctuations—Emotional/behavioral
Dental issues—Emotional/behavioral; Frequent dieting—Physical
Which warning sign is most clearly about appearance-monitoring rather than a medical symptom?
Frequent dieting and body checking
Dizziness upon standing
Gastrointestinal complaints
Issues with hair and nail health
Which statement best defines Anorexia Nervosa (AN) as described in the material?
A disorder primarily characterized by binge eating and purging
A condition marked by self-starvation and excessive weight loss
A metabolic disease causing unintentional weight gain
A temporary dieting phase common in adolescence
According to the listed symptoms, which feature directly reflects inadequate intake leading to a weight that is clearly too low?
Persistent binge episodes despite normal weight
Self-starvation resulting in significantly low body weight
Rapid muscle gain from excessive exercise
Weight cycling due to frequent dieting and refeeding
Which cluster of feelings or behaviors is identified as a core symptom of AN in the material?
Euphoria about weight gain and increased appetite
Intense fear of weight gain, obsession with weight, and persistent behavior to prevent weight gain
Preference for high-calorie foods and reduced activity
Calm acceptance of body changes without concern
Which example illustrates a disturbance in the experience of body weight or shape, as noted under symptoms of AN?
Accurate perception of a clearly underweight body as underweight
Mistaking a clearly underweight body as overweight
Ignoring body image entirely
Focusing only on athletic performance without regard to body shape
Which psychological symptom listed for AN involves a person not recognizing how serious their condition is?
Inability to appreciate the severity of the situation
Development of lanugo
Slow heart rate
Osteoporosis
Which item from the symptoms list is specific to some females with AN?
Dry hair and skin
Loss of menstrual cycle
Dehydration
Muscle weakness
Which behavior is a warning sign of anorexia according to the material?
Regularly comments on being fat
Seeks balanced meals with friends
Shows increased hunger cues and eats more often
Avoids excessive exercise to prevent injury
Which pair of actions together best represents warning signs: avoiding food and social withdrawal?
Making excuses to avoid meals and withdrawing from friends and activities
Trying new recipes with family and joining team sports
Scheduling regular breakfasts and attending social dinners
Seeking nutrition counseling and joining a cooking club
Which pattern of thinking is flagged as a warning sign of anorexia?
Preoccupation with food, calories, and dieting
Interest in cooking balanced meals without calorie tracking
Occasional curiosity about sports nutrition
Focus on hydration during athletic events
Which physical consequence of anorexia increases the risk of heart failure, as stated in the material?
Elevated blood pressure and rapid heart rate
Slow heart rate and lowered blood pressure
Normal heart rate with occasional palpitations
Irregular heartbeat due to caffeine intake
Which outcome is listed as a severe consequence of dehydration in anorexia?
Migraine headaches
Kidney failure
Liver enlargement
Improved athletic performance
What mortality statistic is reported for anorexia in the material?
Less than 1% of sufferers will die regardless of duration
Exactly 10% of sufferers will die within one year
Between 5% and 20% of sufferers will die, with probability increasing with longer duration of illness
More than 50% of sufferers will die only if untreated
Which statement best defines Bulimia Nervosa (BN) as presented in the lesson?
A pattern of strict dieting without overeating
An eating disorder marked by binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors to undo the binge
A condition characterized only by fear of gaining weight without behavior changes
A disorder involving refusal to maintain normal body weight through fasting alone
During BN, which is an example of a compensatory behavior intended to prevent weight gain after binge eating?
Increasing daily water intake modestly
Self-induced vomiting or misuse of laxatives
Eating more fruits and vegetables the next day
Skipping a single snack
Which symptom reflects the experience of control during BN episodes?
Feeling fully in control of food intake during binges
Feeling of being out of control during binge-eating episodes
Carefully planning meals for balanced nutrition
Regular mindful eating without distress
According to the material, which statement about weight in people with BN is accurate?
Most people with BN are underweight
Most people with BN are of a normal weight
Most people with BN are severely overweight
Weight status cannot be described for BN
Which combination best illustrates the core pattern of BN described in the lesson?
Small frequent meals followed by light exercise
Binge eating followed by behaviors such as vomiting, laxative abuse, or excessive exercise
Fasting followed by balanced meals and hydration
Mindful eating combined with therapy and support
Which is a behavioral warning sign of bulimia highlighted in the lesson?
Frequent trips to the bathroom shortly after meals
Consistent participation in team sports
Preference for spicy foods
Early bedtime every night
Which physical sign may result from repeated self-induced vomiting in bulimia?
Unusual swelling of cheeks or jaw
Improved dental enamel
Increased muscle mass in forearms
Clearer skin within weeks
Which consequence of bulimia is directly linked to dangerous heart problems?
Electrolyte imbalance that can lead to irregular heartbeat or heart failure
Swelling of ankles from standing
Temporary thirst after exercise
Improved endurance from training
Which internal injury is listed as a severe potential outcome of bulimia?
Esophagus rupture
Broken wrist
Torn ACL
Bruised ribs
Which statement reflects awareness commonly reported by individuals with bulimia regarding their behaviors?
They typically believe their behaviors are normal and healthy
Most recognize their behaviors are unusual and dangerous to their health
They think their routines are required for athletic success
They are unaware of any risks associated with their actions
Which statement best defines Binge Eating Disorder (BED)?
Recurring episodes of binge eating followed by regular purging to compensate
Recurring episodes of binge eating without the regular use of compensatory measures
Occasional overeating during holidays with no distress
Strict dieting cycles alternating with fasting and excessive exercise
Which behavior is a common symptom of BED?
Eating only when hungry and stopping at fullness
Eating large amounts of food when not hungry and feeling out of control
Skipping meals due to lack of time but feeling fine about it
Carefully tracking calories to maintain weight
Which emotional experience is frequently reported by individuals with BED?
Pride after binge episodes
Indifference toward eating habits
Strong shame or guilt related to binge eating
Euphoria that eliminates concern about health
Based on the instructional text, which health consequence is associated with BED and similar to those linked to obesity?
Heart disease
Iron-deficiency anemia
Asthma
Peptic ulcer disease
Which statement correctly contrasts BED with bulimia nervosa?
BED includes regular compensatory behaviors; bulimia does not
Bulimia involves no loss of control; BED does
BED lacks regular compensatory measures after binges; bulimia commonly includes them
Neither disorder involves binge eating as a core feature
Which condition is noted as frequently associated with people who have BED?
Depression
Seasonal allergies
Acute infections
Thyroid overactivity
Which population statistic is highlighted in the material regarding BED cases?
Most cases occur in children under age 10
About 60% of cases are women
Nearly all cases are men
Exact distribution by sex is unknown
Which statement best defines Avoidant-Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
An eating disorder marked by a drive for thinness and weight loss through severe restriction
A condition characterized by lack of interest in food, fears of negative consequences of eating, and selective or picky eating
A disorder defined primarily by binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors
A metabolic condition that causes unintentional weight gain despite normal eating
A student frequently avoids meals because they fear choking and also reports no clear medical cause for ongoing stomach discomfort. Which ARFID symptom description best matches this scenario?
Reduced food intake and frequent complaints of bodily discomfort with no apparent cause
Compulsive overeating due to stress followed by purging
Preoccupation with calorie counting and exercise to lose weight
Sudden preference for spicy foods leading to increased appetite
Which pattern is most consistent with ARFID over time?
Expanding variety of preferred foods with increased appetite
Stable food preferences with normal interest in eating
Lack of appetite or interest in food, with a range of preferred foods narrowing over time
Frequent binge episodes followed by feelings of guilt
Consider common features of ARFID. Which combination of behaviors provides the strongest evidence for ARFID rather than another eating disorder?
Persistent body-image dissatisfaction and pursuit of thinness
Fear of negative consequences of eating and selective or picky eating
Regular binge eating and compensatory behaviors
Obsessive calorie restriction to change body shape
Which statement best defines Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED) as presented?
An eating pattern marked by occasional overeating without distress
A feeding or eating disorder causing significant distress or impairment but not meeting full criteria for another eating disorder
A temporary change in appetite due to stress that resolves within days
A disorder limited to nighttime eating with no other symptoms
In atypical anorexia nervosa, which feature distinguishes it from anorexia nervosa that meets full criteria?
Weight is not low despite meeting criteria for anorexia nervosa
Binge episodes occur at a lower frequency than required
Purging occurs without binge eating
Excessive nighttime food consumption is the primary symptom
Which OSFED subtype is characterized by meeting criteria for bulimia nervosa but with less frequent behaviors?
Purging disorder
Subthreshold bulimia nervosa
Night eating syndrome
Subthreshold binge eating disorder
Select the description that matches subthreshold binge eating disorder within OSFED.
Purging occurs without preceding binge eating episodes
Criteria for binge eating disorder are met, but episodes happen at a lower frequency
Weight is not low even though anorexia nervosa criteria are met
Excessive nighttime food consumption is the primary pattern
Which subtype involves purging behaviors without binge eating?
Night eating syndrome
Atypical anorexia nervosa
Purging disorder
Subthreshold bulimia nervosa
Which statement accurately describes night eating syndrome as listed under OSFED?
Compulsive daytime snacking leading to weight gain
Excessive nighttime food consumption
Rare binge episodes that do not meet full criteria
Purging after meals without binge episodes
Which behavior is a potential indicator of an eating disorder as described: avoiding meals or snacks when around other people?
Eating normally at social gatherings
Avoiding meals or snacks when around other people
Cooking for others and eating with them
Choosing larger portions in public settings
Which cognitive indicator suggests a possible eating disorder: constantly calculating numbers of fat grams and calories?
Ignoring nutrition labels entirely
Constantly calculating numbers of fat grams and calories
Estimating portion sizes occasionally
Only counting protein grams once a week
What fixation is noted as a warning sign: being obsessed with the number on the scale?
Tracking hydration levels once a day
Obsessed with the number on the scale
Monitoring sleep hours for general health
Checking heart rate after workouts only
Which exercise-related description aligns with the material’s warning signs?
Exercise because have to, not because want to
Exercise for fun and social connection
Exercise only on weekends for leisure
Never consider exercise at all
According to the material, which feeling about weight is concerning?
Indifference to weight changes
Afraid of gaining weight
Curiosity about weight trends
Confidence regardless of weight
Which statement reflects an emotional indicator after eating mentioned in the material?
Feeling proud of balanced meals
Feeling ashamed, disgusted, or guilty after eating
Feeling energized after eating
Feeling sleepy after large meals
Which scenario best represents feeling out of control when eating, as highlighted in the material?
Choosing foods mindfully and stopping when full
Feeling out of control when eating and continuing despite intentions
Eating slowly and savoring flavors
Skipping dessert due to fullness
Which pattern is listed as concerning in the material?
Occasional preference for spicy foods
Eating patterns include extreme dieting, withdrawn or ritualized behavior at mealtime, or secretive bingeing
Trying new recipes on weekends
Eating more vegetables during exam weeks
Which statement captures the increasing preoccupation with food noted in the material?
Has weight loss, dieting, and/or control of food become a major concern
Enjoys cooking as a hobby without focusing on calories
Plans meals to meet general health goals
Eats intuitively without tracking
Which question reflects concern about body image emphasized in the material?
Do you worry about the weight, shape, or size of your body
Do you wonder which clothes are fashionable
Do you think about posture during sports
Do you compare athletic performance with friends
Which belief about self-worth is flagged as problematic in the material?
Self-worth based on kindness and effort
Identity and value based on how you look or how much you weigh
Self-worth based on learning new skills
Value derived from friendships and teamwork
According to the definition provided, which statement best reflects a positive body image?
Judging your worth mainly by how you look
Seeing your body parts as they really are and appreciating your body
Constantly comparing your appearance to others to feel motivated
Avoiding mirrors to prevent negative feelings
Which practice aligns with separating physical appearance from self-worth?
Believing your character and value are defined by physical features
Assuming weight determines how good a person you are
Understanding that physical appearance says little about your character and value
Letting social media likes decide your confidence
A student wants to build comfort and confidence with their body. Based on the material, which strategy is most appropriate?
Spend large amounts of time counting calories to stay in control
Recognize and respect their natural shape while replacing negative thoughts with positive, affirming ones
Avoid thinking about their body entirely and ignore feelings
Focus on achieving a single ideal body type to feel confident
Which behavior is discouraged as part of maintaining a positive body image?
Refusing to spend large amounts of time worrying about calories, food, and weight
Setting balanced health goals without fixation
Spending large amounts of time worrying about calories, food, and weight
Appreciating your body’s strengths
A friend says, “My worth comes from having the perfect body.” Use reasoning from the text to choose the best response.
Agree, because appearance is the main indicator of character
Disagree, because physical appearance says little about a person’s character and value
Suggest they avoid eating to reach the perfect shape
Tell them to ignore all thoughts about their body
