Your 73-Year-Old Uncle Is Quite Obese and Is Afraid That

question 26

Multiple Choice

Your 73-year-old uncle is quite obese and is afraid that he might have serious physical and medical difficulties as a result.What would be your advice? He should lose weight because obesity raises the risk of cancer by what percentage?

• A)10%
• B)30%
• C)50%
• D)70%

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Definitions:

Type A Behavior

Characterizes individuals who are highly competitive, self-critical, and strive towards goals without feeling a sense of joy in their efforts or accomplishments.

Radical Behaviorism

An approach in psychology that emphasizes the study of observable behavior and the role of the environment as a determinant of behavior, associated with B.F. Skinner.

Social Anxiety

A form of anxiety characterized by intense fear or discomfort in social situations, where one fears being judged or embarrassed.

Type A Behavior

A personality pattern characterized by high stress levels, impatience, aggressiveness, and a sense of urgency, often linked to heart disease risk.