The incidence of alcoholism amongst Muslims and Mormons is low because
A) these religions prohibit alcohol consumption.
B) members of both groups are likely to have inherited an inability to metabolize alcohol properly.
C) individuals who practice these religions are likely to live in areas where alcohol is not readily
available.
D) strong family and community bonds protect these populations from all psychological disorders.
Question 2
Which of the following best explains the lack of well controlled studies on the effectiveness of treatment
for anorexia nervosa?
A) Few people with anorexia are willing to seek treatment and there is a high drop-out rate when they
do.
B) Few people with anorexia achieve full remission.
C) The high mortality rate with anorexia results in sample sizes too small to yield valid conclusions.
D) Few people with anorexia that are in treatment are willing to participate in studies.
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