Asked by Arnel Salcedo on May 15, 2024

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Immediately preceding the onset of an eating disorder in a woman, one would MOST likely find that she had:

A) recently given birth.
B) gone through a period of intense criticism from her family.
C) experienced a growth spurt.
D) been successful in losing weight and had been praised by family.

Eating Disorder

A variety of mental health conditions marked by irregular or disordered eating patterns.

Intense Criticism

Intense Criticism involves severe or harsh judgments directed towards a person or their actions, often leading to negative psychological effects.

Growth Spurt

A rapid period of growth, particularly in stature, that occurs typically during puberty.

  • Recognize the significance of societal, familial, and individual influences in the emergence of eating disorders.
  • Comprehend the connection between perceptions of body image, issues of control, and the development of eating disorders.
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rajesh pattanaikMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Eating disorders often follow periods of dieting or weight loss that have been positively reinforced by praise from others, which can contribute to an unhealthy focus on body image and further disordered eating behaviors.