Body Dissatisfaction, the Discrepancy Between One's Perceived Versus Desired Body

question 21

Multiple Choice

Body dissatisfaction, the discrepancy between one's perceived versus desired body weight or shape, is a(n) ____ in the development of eating disorders.

• A) robust risk factor
• B) insignificant risk factor
• C) mild risk factor
• D) moderate risk factor

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Definitions:

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, putting oneself in their shoes.

Empathy-altruism Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that empathetic concern for others provokes an altruistic motivation to help, irrespective of personal gain.

Altruistic Behavior

Actions taken to benefit others without expecting personal gains or rewards.

Kin Selection

An evolutionary strategy that favors the reproductive success of an organism's relatives, even at a cost to the organism's own survival and reproduction.