Many Standards of Weight Are Based on Data Obtained from Insurance

question 8

True/False

Many standards of weight are based on data obtained from insurance companies, whose measurements came from middle-class Whites.

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Definitions:

Phobic Disorder

A type of anxiety disorder characterized by an excessive and irrational fear of an object, situation, or activity that is typically harmless, leading to avoidance behaviors.

Heights

Varied elevations or tall areas which can induce a fear known as acrophobia in individuals.

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

Obsession

A persistent, unwanted thought, idea, or image that an individual cannot control, causing significant anxiety or distress.