Dave Is a Very Overweight Child

question 23

Multiple Choice

Dave is a very overweight child.Which of the following is TRUE about Dave?

• A) He probably watches more television than other children.
• B) He is likely to outgrow his obesity.
• C) He is not likely to be helped by treatment.
• D) He is probably very involved in organized sports.

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Definitions:

Relational Aggression

A form of aggression that harms others through manipulation or damage to relationships rather than physical violence.

Ego-oriented Competition

A form of competition where the emphasis is on individual performance and outperforming others, with self-esteem often tied to the outcome.

Task-oriented Competition

Competitive situations where the focus is on the achievement of a specific goal or the completion of a task, rather than winning against others.

Nonhostile Social Comparison

The act of comparing oneself to others in a way that is not antagonistic or envious, often for self-evaluation.