Question 1
According to DSM-5-TR, which of the following criteria is NO LONGER required for a diagnosis of anorexia nervosa that was required in prior DSM editions?
Correct Answer:
Amenorrhea (absence of at least 3 consecutive menstrual cycles)
Question 2
A 16-year-old female presents with BMI 16.2, restrictive eating, intense fear of weight gain, and body image disturbance. Per DSM-5-TR severity specifiers for anorexia nervosa, how is her severity classified?
Correct Answer:
Moderate (BMI 16-16.99 kg/m²)
Question 3
Per DSM-5-TR, what is the minimum frequency of binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behaviors required for a diagnosis of bulimia nervosa?
Correct Answer:
At least once a week for 3 months
Question 4
Which eating disorder is characterized by avoidance or restriction of food intake based on sensory characteristics or fear of aversive consequences, but without body image disturbance or fear of weight gain?
Correct Answer:
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
Question 5
Which of the following BEST distinguishes binge eating disorder (BED) from bulimia nervosa?
Correct Answer:
Absence of regular inappropriate compensatory behaviors in BED
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