Explain How the Changing Patterns of Illness Have Contributed to the Rise

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Essay

Explain how the changing patterns of illness have contributed to the rise of health psychology.

Identify the influence of biological predispositions on learning abilities and limitations (e.g., instinctive drift, preparedness).

Understand the concept of observational learning and its processes according to Albert Bandura.

Explain how culture impacts learning behaviors and outcomes.

Analyze the components of classical conditioning and its role in habit formation and reoccurrence.

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Definitions:

Bulimia Nervosa

A disorder characterized by episodes of excessive eating followed by actions like vomiting to avoid gaining weight.

Lateral Hypothalamus

A part of the brain involved in controlling hunger and thirst.

Ventromedial Hypothalamus

A region of the brain involved in regulating hunger, satiety, and the body's energy homeostasis.

Thalamus

A major part of the brain located in the center of the brain, acting as a relay station for sensory information and playing a key role in the regulation of consciousness, sleep, and alertness.