Question 1

Rita doesn't like the way she looks and complains to her friend Sue that she has the biggest thighs in town. She is ashamed to wear a bathing suit at the beach. Rita has
A) succumbed to peer pressure.
B) a negative body image.
C) a bad attitude.
D) improved her self-confidence.

Accepted Answer

Rita has a negative body image and is unhappy with her physical appearance. This can lead to low self-esteem and confidence issues.

Question 2

The majority of adults
A) think their bodies are perfect.
B) are dissatisfied with their bodies.
C) exercise excessively.
D) want to be more muscular.

Accepted Answer

Research shows that the majority of adults are dissatisfied with their bodies, often feeling pressure to conform to unrealistic societal standards of beauty and fitness.

Question 3

A common myth that contributes to negative body image is
A) how you look is more important than who you are.
B) achieving optimal health is the most important thing.
C) eating healthy and staying active is an effective weight loss strategy.
D) you don't have to be extremely thin to look good in clothes.

Accepted Answer

The myth that how you look is more important than who you are contributes to negative body image by placing emphasis on appearance over character and personality. This can lead to individuals feeling ashamed or inadequate if their appearance does not match up to societal standards. It is important to focus on self-acceptance and valuing oneself for their inner qualities rather than solely on external appearance.

Question 4

What is the most important thing to remember when talking with a friend about his or her eating disorder?
A) Be a good listener and let the person know that you care.
B) Show that you care by outlining a plan for how he or she can get help.
C) Do your research and offer advice based on the latest treatments.
D) Be supportive by assuring your friend that you don't really think he or she has a problem.

Accepted Answer

The most important thing is to be a good listener and let the person know that you care. Eating disorders can be a sensitive and difficult topic, so showing support and empathy is crucial. It is also important to avoid judgment or criticism, and to encourage seeking professional help.

Question 5

A healthy body image can contribute to enhanced
A) career prospects.
B) social connections.
C) self-esteem.
D) athletic performance.

Accepted Answer

A healthy body image can contribute to improved self-esteem, as individuals feel more confident and positive about their physical appearance. This can, in turn, have positive impacts on various areas of life, including relationships, career prospects, and athletic performance. However, the provided options only suggest one best answer, which is C.

Question 6

The physical flaw that most individuals focus on related to negative body image is
A) overweight.
B) height.
C) muscle definition.
D) facial blemishes.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that the physical flaw that most individuals focus on related to negative body image is weight, leading to a preoccupation with dieting and exercise to achieve a certain body shape or size.

Question 7

People who believe that their body shape and size prevents them from dating or having a meaningful relationship are in which phase of the body image continuum?
A) Distorted body image
B) Body hate/dissociation
C) Body preoccupied/obsessed
D) Body ownership

Accepted Answer

Distorted body image is the phase of the body image continuum in which people believe that their body shape and size prevents them from dating or having a meaningful relationship.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is True with respect to the relationship between body image and culture?
A) Media images have little influence over what we find attractive.
B) Ads and commercials often convey messages related to attractiveness.
C) The ideal body image for women has always been to look thinner.
D) Today's ideal body image is very similar to the typical American body.

Accepted Answer

There is extensive research indicating that media messages regarding attractiveness and body ideals can have significant influence on individuals' body image. Ads and commercials are a part of media and are a key source of messages related to attractiveness. Option A is false as media images do have an impact on body image. Option C is false as the ideal body image for women has varied throughout history and across cultures. Finally, option D is false as today's ideal body image for women tends to be leaner and more toned than the typical American body, which is often overweight or obese.

Question 9

Which of the following are risk factors that can lead to an eating disorder?
A) Family history of diabetes
B) Media influence and low self-esteem
C) Family history of mental illness
D) Economic and political status

Accepted Answer

Both media influence and low self-esteem are well-established risk factors for eating disorders. Family history of mental illness may also play a role. However, family history of diabetes and economic/political status are not significant risk factors for developing an eating disorder.

Question 10

Karen is extremely dissatisfied with her body shape. She diets constantly and has undergone three cosmetic surgeries to alter her facial structure. Karen is most likely suffering from
A) social physique anxiety.
B) anorexia nervosa.
C) body dysmorphic disorder.
D) bulimia nervosa.

Accepted Answer

Karen's dissatisfaction with her appearance and repeated attempts to alter her facial structure suggest that she may be suffering from body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). BDD is a disorder characterized by a preoccupation with one or more perceived defects or flaws in one's appearance that are not observable or only slight to others. People with BDD engage in repetitive and time-consuming behaviors such as excessive grooming, seeking reassurance about perceived flaws, and undergoing cosmetic procedures in an attempt to fix their perceived flaws.

Question 11

Which of the following best defines body image?
A) Specific physical flaws that you focus on
B) Your impression of what others think about your appearance
C) Your overall feelings, perceptions, and assumptions about your body
D) Physical attributes you have inherited from your parents

Accepted Answer

Body image refers to an individual's overall perception of their own body, including thoughts, feelings, and assumptions about their physical appearance. It encompasses not just specific physical flaws, but also attitudes towards one's body shape, size, and weight. It is not solely based on what others think or physical attributes inherited from one's parents.

Question 12

Tiffany is going through puberty and is concerned about her appearance. Her father assures her that she is growing into a beautiful young lady and that he is very proud of her. His reaction will likely cause her to
A) develop a positive body image.
B) have feelings of discomfort around members of the opposite sex.
C) be ashamed of her body.
D) have a negative body image.

Accepted Answer

Tiffany's father has given her positive reinforcement and validation, which can lead to her developing a positive body image.

Question 13

True body image disorders are diagnosed
A) in a high percentage of Americans who are dissatisfied with their body.
B) in a small percentage of the American population.
C) most frequently among members of minority groups.
D) most frequently among adolescents.

Accepted Answer

True body image disorders, such as body dysmorphic disorder and eating disorders, are relatively rare and only diagnosed in a small percentage of the population. It is important to differentiate between normal body dissatisfaction and a diagnosed disorder. The majority of people who are dissatisfied with their bodies do not meet the criteria for a true disorder.

Question 14

Purging after meals is an example of
A) binge eating.
B) disordered eating.
C) compulsive exercising.
D) strict management of calorie intake.

Accepted Answer

Purging after meals is a symptom of an eating disorder, which is characterized by disordered eating habits. While binge eating (A) may precede purging, not all individuals who purge have engaged in binge eating. Compulsive exercising (C) and strict management of calorie intake (D) are also unhealthy behaviors that can accompany disordered eating but are not specific to purging.

Question 15

People who spend a significant amount of time viewing their body in a mirror and comparing their body to others are in which phase of the body image continuum?
A) Distorted body image
B) Body hate/dissociation
C) Body preoccupied/obsessed
D) Body ownership

Accepted Answer

People who spend a significant amount of time viewing their body in a mirror and comparing their body to others are in the body preoccupied/obsessed phase of the body image continuum. This phase can be characterized by excessive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to body and appearance, leading to decreased quality of life and increased anxiety and distress.

Question 16

People who see only negatives when they look in the mirror and feel separated from their body are in which phase of the body image continuum?
A) Distorted body image
B) Body hate/dissociation
C) Body preoccupied/obsessed
D) Body ownership

Accepted Answer

People in the body hate/dissociation phase have a negative view of their body and feel disconnected from it, leading to feelings of dislike, disgust, and even hatred towards their physical appearance.

Question 17

After drastic weight loss, an anorexic individual will most likely
A) feel satisfied with their body image.
B) feel that they are too fat.
C) feel that they can regain some of the weight.
D) feel in control of their weight.

Accepted Answer

Anorexics have a distorted body image, and even after significant weight loss, they often still feel that they are too fat. This is a symptom of the disorder and requires treatment.

Question 18

Individuals with a fear of gaining weight that is so intense it leads to self-starvation suffer from
A) amenorrhea.
B) anorexia nervosa.
C) bulimia nervosa.
D) social physique anxiety.

Accepted Answer

An intense fear of gaining weight leading to self-starvation is a primary symptom of anorexia nervosa. Amenorrhea and bulimia nervosa are also eating disorders, but they do not necessarily involve self-starvation as a primary symptom. Social physique anxiety is a separate condition involving anxiety about one's physical appearance in social settings.

Question 19

The body image disorder that results in a person becoming so obsessed with looking good that they no longer function normally in interpersonal relationships is
A) anorexia nervosa.
B) social physique anxiety.
C) bulimia nervosa.
D) binge-eating disorder.

Accepted Answer

Social physique anxiety is a disorder characterized by a preoccupation with one's appearance and an intense fear of being evaluated negatively by others. This can lead to significant impairment in social and occupational functioning, and can interfere with the development of normal relationships. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are eating disorders characterized by extreme preoccupation with weight and body shape, while binge-eating disorder involves recurrent episodes of consuming large amounts of food in a short period of time. While these disorders may also impact interpersonal relationships, social physique anxiety specifically refers to the fear of negative evaluation by others based on physical appearance.

Question 20

The body image continuum developed by researchers at the University of Arizona
A) points out ways to enhance body image.
B) only identifies behaviors associated with a negative body image.
C) only identifies behaviors associated with a positive body image.
D) includes a range of attitudes and behaviors related to body image.

Accepted Answer

The body image continuum developed by researchers at the University of Arizona includes a range of attitudes and behaviors related to body image, both positive and negative. It does not solely focus on ways to enhance or identify negative behaviors.

Quiz 11: Focus On Enhancing Your Body Image

Rita doesn't like the way she looks and complains to her friend Sue that she has the biggest thighs in town. She is ashamed to wear a bathing suit at the beach. Rita has

The majority of adults

A common myth that contributes to negative body image is

What is the most important thing to remember when talking with a friend about his or her eating disorder?

A healthy body image can contribute to enhanced

The physical flaw that most individuals focus on related to negative body image is

People who believe that their body shape and size prevents them from dating or having a meaningful relationship are in which phase of the body image continuum?

Which of the following statements is True with respect to the relationship between body image and culture?

Which of the following are risk factors that can lead to an eating disorder?

Karen is extremely dissatisfied with her body shape. She diets constantly and has undergone three cosmetic surgeries to alter her facial structure. Karen is most likely suffering from

Which of the following best defines body image?

Tiffany is going through puberty and is concerned about her appearance. Her father assures her that she is growing into a beautiful young lady and that he is very proud of her. His reaction will likely cause her to

True body image disorders are diagnosed

Purging after meals is an example of

People who spend a significant amount of time viewing their body in a mirror and comparing their body to others are in which phase of the body image continuum?

People who see only negatives when they look in the mirror and feel separated from their body are in which phase of the body image continuum?

After drastic weight loss, an anorexic individual will most likely

Individuals with a fear of gaining weight that is so intense it leads to self-starvation suffer from

The body image disorder that results in a person becoming so obsessed with looking good that they no longer function normally in interpersonal relationships is

The body image continuum developed by researchers at the University of Arizona