When Women Compare Their Bodies with Those of Beautiful Women

question 329

Multiple Choice

When women compare their bodies with those of beautiful women in the media, their dissatisfaction with their own bodies increases due to this __________ comparison.

• A)unilateral
• B)downward
• C)upward
• D)bilateral

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Definitions:

Neurotic Trend

A pattern of behavior or thought characterized by significant anxiety or emotional disturbance, often stemming from unresolved inner conflicts.

Horney

Karen Horney, a psychoanalyst known for her theories on neurosis, personality development, and the concept of "basic anxiety."

Aggressive Personality

Behaviors and attitudes associated with the neurotic trend of moving against people, such as a domineering and controlling manner.

Horney

Karen Horney, a psychoanalyst known for her theories on neurosis, personal growth, and the concept of the "real self."