A major influence on our development of a body image is
A) characters you read about in books.
B) how lean or chubby you were as a child.
C) how employers and teachers see you.
D) the media and popular culture.
Recent neurological studies have linked body image disorders to
A) family eating patterns.
B) poor neurotransmitter regulation and impairments in visual processing.
C) poor emotional control and certain learning disabilities.
D) motor neuron deficits and impairments in auditory processing.
Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to the relationship between body image and culture?
A) Media images have little influence over what we find attractive.
B) Commercials often convey messages related to physical attractiveness.
C) The ideal body image for women has always been thin and willowy.
D) Today's ideal body image is very similar to the typical American body.
One of the health problems associated with the female athlete triad is amenorrhea, which is a lack of
A) menstrual periods.
B) calcium.
C) iron.
D) fertility.
Tiffany is going through puberty and is concerned about her appearance. Her father assures her that she is growing into a beautiful young lady and that he is very proud of her. His reaction to Tiffany will likely cause her to
A) be more accepting of her body.
B) have feelings of discomfort around members of the opposite sex.
C) be ashamed of her body.
D) have a negative body image.
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