Attempting to Restrain the Amount You Eat in Order to Control

question 97

Multiple Choice

Attempting to restrain the amount you eat in order to control your weight:

• A) is still the best long-term weight-loss strategy yet discovered
• B) works for only about 60 percent of people over time
• C) can result in overeating when one perceives the diet has been "broken" by eating a forbidden food
• D) works best for those who are very overweight rather than moderately overweight

Recognize the symptoms and diagnostic criteria of major depressive and personality disorders according to DSM-5.

Comprehend gender differences in the diagnosis of psychological disorders.

Identify the relationship between societal expectations/gender socialization and psychological disorders.

Describe the principles and criticism of feminist therapy in treating psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Cortisol

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates metabolism and the immune response, and is often associated with stress.

Psychological Processes

Internal mechanisms and operations that underlie an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Western Culture

A term used to describe the cultures of Europe and other regions whose histories are strongly influenced by European immigration, characterized by a heritage of social norms, ethical values, traditional customs, belief systems, political systems, and specific artifacts and technologies.

Bodily States

The various physiological conditions or statuses of the body that can influence emotions, behaviors, and overall health, such as hunger, illness, or fatigue.