Asked by Elizabeth Enriquez on Jun 18, 2024

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People who frequently consume large quantities of food but do not perform inappropriate compensatory behavior may be struggling with which disorder?

A) Binge-eating disorder
B) Bulimia nervosa
C) Acute stress disorder
D) Anorexia nervosa

Binge-Eating Disorder

A disorder marked by frequent binges but not extreme compensatory behaviors.

Compensatory Behavior

Actions taken to offset or make up for a perceived flaw or mistake.

Acute Stress Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by the development of severe anxiety, dissociation, and other symptoms that occur within one month after exposure to a traumatic event.

  • Acquire knowledge about the contrasting and similar aspects of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder.
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Jaipuneet SidhuJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Binge-eating disorder is characterized by episodes of eating large amounts of food without engaging in compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or excessive exercise, distinguishing it from bulimia nervosa.