Asked by Angelica Ayra-Soto on Jul 29, 2024

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Mark tends to overeat high calorie foods but feels guilty afterward.Even so,it is almost as if he cannot help himself.Which eating disorder is he likely to be diagnosed with?

A) anorexia nervosa
B) bulimia nervosa
C) binge-eating disorder
D) purging disorder

Binge-Eating Disorder

A serious eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.

High Calorie Foods

Foods that are dense in calories, often containing high levels of fat or sugar and contributing to weight gain if consumed excessively.

Guilty

The state of being responsible for committing a specified or implied offense or crime, legally or morally.

  • Differentiate between various eating disorders based on their symptoms and behaviors.
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Elizabeth VazquezAug 05, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Mark's symptoms indicate binge-eating disorder, which is characterized by frequent episodes of overeating accompanied by a sense of loss of control and feelings of guilt, shame, or disgust. Unlike bulimia nervosa, binge-eating episodes are not followed by compensatory behaviors such as purging or excessive exercise. Anorexia nervosa is characterized by restrictive eating and intense fear of gaining weight, while purging disorder involves recurrent purging behaviors without binge eating.