Psychology
Read the article and answer the questions.
This article discusses promising new treatments and research in the battle to combat eating disorders.
Read about the following article and answer the questions relating to eating disorders. Then, e-mail your answers to your instructor or print and hand in.
http://www.apa.org/monitor/2009/04/treatments.aspx
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At any given time, how many Americans report symptoms of an eating disorder?
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How many people die from anorexia-related complications?
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What did a recent study find regarding suicide rates and anorexia?
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What does the article state about the recovery rate for eating disorders?
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Discuss the genetic components of eating disorders.
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How does estrogen play a role in eating disorders?
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Discuss the key reward regions in the brain and their relationship with eating disorders.
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How does a child’s diet set the stage for an eating disorder?
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Discuss the latest treatments for eating disorders.
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Discuss the eating-disorder prevention program based on social psychology’s theory of cognitive dissonance.
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How is the internet aiding in the prevention of eating disorders?
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How does self-esteem impact eating disorders?
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Why are minorities at risk for under-diagnosis?
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Why are men underdiagnosed?
