The episodic, uncontrolled, compulsive, rapid ingestion of large ...

[hbsimmons88]

The episodic, uncontrolled, compulsive, rapid ingestion of large quantities of food over a short period of time is termed ___________________ _____.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A single, pregnant teenager in a parenting class discloses her ambivalence toward the pregnancy and the subsequent guilt that these thoughts generate. A mother of three admits to having felt that way herself.
 
  Which of Yalom's curative group factors does this illustrate? 1. Imparting of information
  2. Instillation of hope
  3. Altruism
  4. Universality

[vickybb89]

Answer to Question 1

bingeing
Rationale: The episodic, uncontrolled, compulsive, rapid ingestion of large quantities of food over a short period of time is termed bingeing. Bingeing is a classic symptom of the eating disorder defined as bulimia nervosa.

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: The scenario is an example of the curative group factor of universality. Universality occurs when individuals realize that they are not alone in the problems, thoughts, and feelings they are experiencing. This realization reduces anxiety by the support and understanding of others.

[hbsimmons88]

Excellent

[Joy Chen]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it