A Compensatory Behavior, Such as Vomiting or Using Laxatives to Get

question 4

Multiple Choice

A compensatory behavior, such as vomiting or using laxatives to get rid of food that has been consumed, is a behavior that

• A) has obvious health benefits.
• B) attempts to balance out a previous behavior.
• C) indicates a healthy body image.
• D) has no potential negative health consequences.

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Definitions:

Ethology

The scientific study of animal behavior, often with a focus on behavior under natural conditions, and the understanding of behavior from an evolutionary perspective.

Biologically-Oriented

A perspective or approach that focuses on the biological or genetic factors in the study of organisms or behaviors.

Development

The process of growth or progression through a series of progressive changes, typically from a simpler to a more complex or better state.

Mesosystem

The interlocking settings that influence the child, such as the interaction of the school and the larger community when children are taken on field trips.