Which Is the Most Accurate Statement About Emotional Eating and Weight

question 161

Multiple Choice

Which is the most accurate statement about emotional eating and weight gain?

• A) Emotional eating is not involved in general weight gain for most people, but being emotionally distressed has been shown to be a general cause of obesity.
• B) Emotional distress such as depression has been shown to be a significant cause of weight gain and obesity.
• C) Emotional eating may be involved in weight gain for some, but emotional distress has not been shown to be a general cause of obesity.
• D) Emotional distress such as general anxiety disorder has been shown to be a significant cause of weight gain and obesity.

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Definitions:

Big Picture

An overall perspective or an understanding of how all the parts of a situation, project, or problem fit together.

External Locus

A belief system where an individual attributes their success or failure to external factors or forces beyond their control.

Internal Locus

Having the belief that one's own actions or behaviors are primarily responsible for their outcomes.

Blames Loss

A situation or outcome where an individual or group is held responsible for a loss or failure.