Nakarra Has Just Been Diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa

question 141

Multiple Choice

Nakarra has just been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa.In what area will the label be the LEAST informative for psychologists?

• A)In terms of the ability to identify the causes of her behavior
• B)In terms of how to treat her behavior
• C)In terms of how to communicate about her behavior
• D)In terms of common behaviors they can expect to observe from her

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Motivations

Internal drives to perform a task or engage in an activity purely because of the inherent satisfaction and enjoyment derived from doing it.

Extrinsic Motivations

Inspiration fueled by outside incentives, including financial gain, recognition, academic achievement, and commendation.

Overjustification Effect

A phenomenon where providing an external incentive for a behavior that is already internally rewarding can lead to a decrease in intrinsic motivation for that behavior.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, deriving pleasure and satisfaction from the activity itself rather than external rewards.