Individuals with _____ Consume Large Quantities of Food to Reduce

Multiple Choice

Individuals with _____ consume large quantities of food to reduce negative emotions such as sadness and anxiety. This short-lasting relief ultimately gives rise to concern about weight gain, causing them to vomit or use laxatives to reduce this anxiety. A behavioral psychologist would interpret this vicious cycle in terms of _____.

A) anorexia nervosa; positive punishment
B) anorexia nervosa; negative reinforcement
C) bulimia nervosa; positive punishment
D) bulimia nervosa; negative reinforcement