Which of the following is true of anorexia nervosa?

Question

Multiple Choice
Anorexia nervosa is much more common in males than in females.
People with this disorder weigh more than 85 percent of what is considered normal for their age and height.
Most individuals with anorexia nervosa are Latin American female adolescents or young adults from low-income families.
Anorexia nervosa is said to have the highest mortality rate of any psychological disorder.

Answer 1

The correct statement about anorexia nervosa is:

Anorexia nervosa is said to have the highest mortality rate of any psychological disorder.

The other statements are not accurate:

• Anorexia nervosa is more common in females than in males.
• Individuals with anorexia typically weigh less than 85 percent of what is considered normal for their age and height.
• While anorexia can affect individuals from various backgrounds, the statement about who is most affected does not accurately reflect the broader demographics of those with the disorder.