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Brittanyd9008

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Why is the term anorexia nervosa a misnomer?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Research by Exner and others has shown that the Rorschach
 
  A) is one of the least frequently researched clinical instruments despite its widespread use.
  B) is a test with weak reliability and absolutely no validity.
  C) is just as effective at identifying areas of brain damage as MRIs and PET scans.
  D) can be scored by computer, thereby increasing its reliability.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The term anorexia nervosa literally means a lack of appetite. The individual with
anorexia nervosa does not lack an appetite. The true problem with the anorexic is a fear of
gaining weight which leads to not eating, as opposed to a true lack of desire for food.

Answer to Question 2

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