The Top Three Causes of Death in the US Include

question 41

Multiple Choice

The top three causes of death in the US include stroke, cancer, and heart disease. All of these conditions are thought to be exacerbated by

• A) high intake of diet soda.
• B) lack of sleep.
• C) low intake of phytochemicals.
• D) obesity.

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Definitions:

Learned Helplessness

A state where an individual experiences feelings of helplessness, stemming from a traumatic experience or continuous inability to achieve success.

Aversive Events

Unpleasant or undesirable occurrences that individuals strive to avoid or minimize due to their negative impact.

Aggressiveness

A behavior manifested by physical or verbal actions initiated with the intent of causing harm or asserting dominance.

Learned Helplessness

A psychological condition in which an individual learns to feel powerless and unable to change their situation as a result of repeated failure or trauma.