Which of the following statements about eating disorders and puberty is FALSE?
A) Eating disorders are most likely to develop during puberty, when hormonal changes cause changes in body shape and composition.
B) The timing of puberty plays a role in the development of body appreciation.
C) Male body fat naturally increases during puberty in response to hormones.
D) Female body fat naturally increases during puberty in response to hormones.

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During puberty, it is typical for female body fat to increase in response to hormonal changes, which is accurately described in option D. However, for males, puberty generally involves an increase in muscle mass rather than body fat, making option C the false statement.

Which of the Following Statements About Eating Disorders and Puberty