Review of Statistics and Psychological Disorders MINI

Flashcards created based on statistics related to binge drinking, mental health disorders, and general health information from the lecture notes.

What is the definition of binge drinking according to the lecture notes?

Five drinks on one occasion for men, four for women.

What percentage of college students reported binge drinking in the past 30 days?

40% of college students (ages 18-22).

What is the average age for the onset of anorexia?

The average age is 17, with modes at 14 and 18 years.

What does a score greater than 10 on the Epworth Sleepiness Scale indicate?

Excessive daytime sleepiness.

What is the normal BMI range for a healthy weight?

Between 18.5 and 24.9.

What is the prevalence of anorexia in females and males?

Affects 0.4% of females and 0.04% of males.

What is the estimated prevalence of bipolar disorder among American adults?

Affects 2.6% of American adults annually.

What is the lifetime prevalence of PTSD?

3% to 4% of adults annually; 10% expected after large disasters.

What is the average mortality risk for smokers compared to non-smokers in the US?

Smokers die 13 to 14 years earlier.

What was the increase in ADHD diagnosis among children (ages 4–17) since 2003?

Represents a 42% increase since 2003.

What is the suicide rate among college students according to the notes?

Second leading cause of death for college students; 1,100 die per year.

What was the average alcohol mortality rate in the US?

88,000 deaths annually in the US.

What is the relationship between bipolar disorder rates in women and men?

Women to men ratio is 3:2.

What percentage of the population is estimated to have bulimia?

1.5% of women and 0.15% to 0.5% of men.

What percentage of Americans reported feeling unusually stressed after 9/11?

90% of Americans.

What is the economic cost of alcohol in the US?

$223.5 billion annually.