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Question 12

Anorexia nervosa is considered by some psychologists to have a biological basis, such as genetic predisposition or neurotransmitter imbalance. However, other psychologists argue that local social environment, media representations, and cultural pressures provide a better explanation for developing this eating disorder.

Evaluate the nature and nurture explanations of anorexia nervosa with reference to the two types of belief above. You must make reference to the context in your answer.

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Issues and debates Questions

  1. A Level
  2. /Psychology
  3. /Issues and debates

22 exam-style questions on Edexcel A Level Psychology Issues and debates, covering Issues and debates. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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