Multiple Choice
Which of the following reflects a key finding of research on the mortality rates of emerging adults?
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14. Psychological Disorders
Diagnosing Psychological Disorders
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of anorexia nervosa?
A
Intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat
B
Distorted body image and denial of the seriousness of low body weight
C
Frequent episodes of excessive sleepiness
D
Significantly low body weight due to restricted food intake
Verified step by step guidance1
Step 1: Understand the core symptoms of anorexia nervosa, which typically include an intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, denial of the seriousness of low body weight, and significantly low body weight due to restricted food intake.
Step 2: Review each option given in the problem and compare it against the known symptoms of anorexia nervosa.
Step 3: Identify that 'Intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat' is a classic symptom of anorexia nervosa.
Step 4: Recognize that 'Distorted body image and denial of the seriousness of low body weight' is also a hallmark symptom of the disorder.
Step 5: Note that 'Frequent episodes of excessive sleepiness' is not typically associated with anorexia nervosa, making it the correct answer as the symptom that does NOT belong.
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