It Is Believed That the Societal Emphasis on Thinness as Being

question 96

Multiple Choice

It is believed that the societal emphasis on thinness as being attractive ____.

• A) may contribute to the increasing incidence of eating disorders
• B) has not been supported as a cause of eating disorders
• C) is a sufficient explanation of eating disorders
• D) is only mildly related to eating disorders

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Definitions:

Distress on Separation

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Attached Caretakers

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Visually Focused

Refers to an approach or condition where visual elements are prioritized or given primary attention.

Pouting Infants

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