Question

maintaining a healthy body composition and body image
instruction active
recognizing eating issues
which statement best summarizes characteristics of eating disorders?
eating disorders can be effectively managed without help from a medical professional.
eating disorders only affect females between the ages of 12 and 18.
eating disorders are the direct result of low self - esteem and confidence.
eating disorders are characterized by dangerously extreme eating behaviors.

Explanation:

• Eating disorders require medical intervention, so the first option is wrong.
• Eating disorders affect all genders and ages, so the second option is wrong.
• Low self - esteem may be a factor but not the direct cause, so the third option is wrong.
• Eating disorders involve extreme eating behaviors (e.g., binge - eating, purging, restrictive eating), which is correct.

Answer:

Eating disorders are characterized by dangerously extreme eating behaviors.