Chapter 14 Phychology Of weigth Control Flashcards
1 Which of the following is studied in the field of psychology?
Physiological pathways
Biological systems
Neurons and cells
The mind and behavior
The mind and behavior
2 Which of the following phrases defines self-esteem?
The level of mental toughness that a person has
The ability to control impulses
The degree to which an individual views themselves with regards to their worthiness and abilities
The ability to overcome an adverse situation
The degree to which an individual views themselves with regards to their worthiness and abilities
3 Which of the following statements defines social support?
Support provided by others including emotional support, providing information, or assistance
Providing counseling sessions with clients who exhibit signs of eating disorders
Posting on social media about how much weight a client has lost
Inserting personal biases in to conversations so that all opinions are heard
Support provided by others including emotional support, providing information, or assistance
4 Which of the following defines empathy?
Being very upbeat and bubbly regardless of the situation
Showing pity or sorrow for someone’s misfortunes
The ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts
Being able to listen but not actually hear what a person is saying
The ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts
5 Which of the following terms is defined as the ability to control impulses?
Gratification
Self-efficacy
Willpower
Personal effort
Willpower
6 Which of the following is based on objective, measurable variables such as height, weight, body fat percent, and waist circumference?
Body reality
Body image
Physical ideal
Comprehensive fitness
Body reality
7 A call to action to change eating behavior would occur during which stage of behavior change?
Preparation
Precontemplation
Action
Contemplation
Precontemplation
8 The maintenance stage is described by which of the following?
It’s when the behavior has been initiated but hasn’t been consistent for at least 6 months.
It’s a highly vulnerable time for a relapse to occur.
It’s when the client has given up on the behavior and resumes life with old habits.
It’s when the behavior is no longer something the client is trying to change and is viewed as part of their lifestyle.
It’s when the behavior is no longer something the client is trying to change and is viewed as part of their lifestyle.
9 Which type of motivation is characterized by a client who wants to be competent or successful with a behavior change?
Achievement
Affiliation
Extrinsic
Intrinsic
Intrinsic
10 How one sits, stands, or places their arms is an example of which type of non-verbal communication?
Spatial awareness
Gestures
Body position
Posture
Posture
11 Which of the following is one of the symptoms a medical professional will look for with bulimia nervosa?
A BMI greater than 30 kg/m2
Having a sense of calm following a binge
Binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors
Avoiding mirrors
Binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors
12 Which of the following describes the role of the Nutrition Coach in terms of the psychology of fitness and wellness?
To administer surveys to detect mental disturbances before referring out to a medical professional
To be an excellent communicator and provide support
To psychologically assist people with eating disorders
To act as a liaison between the client and medical professional
To be an excellent communicator and provide support
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14 Which of the following is the most influential variable over self-efficacy?
Social modeling
Social persuasion
Mastery experiences
Emotional responses
Mastery experiences
15 If a client is obsessed with calories, body weight, or any perceived physical imperfections, they could be at risk for which condition?
Psychological distress
Mild depression
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Disordered eating
Disordered eating
16 Which of the following is a symptom of binge eating disorder?
Frequent use of laxatives following meals and snacks
Intense fear of weight gain in the absence of purging
Having a BMI below 18 with chronic under-consumption of calories
Eating large amounts of food in a short period of time while feeling out of control
Eating large amounts of food in a short period of time while feeling out of control
17 Which of the following is one of the symptoms a medical professional will look for with anorexia nervosa?
Eating large amounts of food without guilt
A lack of self-control
Frequent purging
Restriction of calories
Restriction of calories
18 Having a BMI less than which of the following values indicates an extreme case of anorexia nervosa?
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17
15
19
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19 Physical, mental, and social well-being collectively encompass which of the following?
Ideal image
Quality of life
Positive affect
Psychological wellness
Quality of life
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21 What is one of the most important things to do when working with a client in the action stage?
Develop strategies for meal planning.
Conduct assessments and determine goals.
Provide regular support and accountability.
Leave the client alone; they need to learn to deal with barriers on their own.
Provide regular support and accountability.
22 Which of the following is a known factor in the development of disordered eating and poor body image?
Low self-esteem
Decreased confidence
Negative efficacy
Inverted self-concept
Low self-esteem
23 Which of the following is an example of a client with a high level of self-efficacy?
A client who is aware of their personal limitations
A client who strongly believes they can reduce fat in their diet to help lower their cholesterol
A client who has a positive outlook on life in general
A client who demonstrates knowledge of proper nutrition
A client who strongly believes they can reduce fat in their diet to help lower their cholesterol
24 Which of the following is an example of social persuasion?
Finding out what the client’s goals are
Taking a client to a grocery store to demonstrate how to make healthier choices
Showing a client how to log calories in a food journal
Telling a client about the positive benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables
Telling a client about the positive benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables
25 Determining the attitudes and beliefs that a potential client has regarding food is a component of which of the following?
Providing a counseling session for someone suspected of having an eating disorder
Determining a client’s current level of depression
Performing a psychological evaluation to assess readiness to change
Developing a comprehensive client profile
Developing a comprehensive client profile
26 Which of the following is the premise of the Health Belief Model?
That a person is motivated to change due to a perceived health issue
That all health conditions are positively affected by a healthy diet
That having a positive attitude about health and fitness will lead to improved wellness
That the majority of the population is either overweight or obese
That a person is motivated to change due to a perceived health issue
27 Which of the following is an informational way to provide social support to a client?
Holding the client accountable to eating fewer calories each day
Taking a client to a grocery store to demonstrate how to make healthier choices
Letting a client know they are not alone in the process of losing weight
Teaching a client how to read food labels
Teaching a client how to read food labels
28 Which of the following is a characteristic of social networks?
They are groups found online, therefore there is no personal interaction.
They generally consist of a mix of people with various goals.
They are groups that have a common interest or connection.
They are restricted to individuals with social media accounts.
They are groups that have a common interest or connection.
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30 Dressing in loose clothing to hide weight loss could be a sign of which disorder?
Anorexia nervosa
Binge-eating disorder
Bulimia nervosa
Celiac disease
Anorexia nervosa
31 Eating while watching television is an example of which of type of eating behavior?
Distracted eating
Purposeful consumption
Social support
Multi-tasked eating
Distracted eating
32 Which strategy can be used at home to control caloric intake?
Avoiding structured meals and grazing throughout the day
Using smaller plates and bowls
Rewarding a healthy meal with a dessert
Eating while watching television
Using smaller plates and bowls
33 Being motivated to eat due to spending time with others or to make social gatherings comfortable is an example of which eating motive?
Affect regulation
Traditional eating
Pleasure
Sociability
Sociability
34 Which of the following is considered the top barrier to healthy eating?
Cost of healthy foods
Family and friends with different habits
Emotional eating
Lack of time
Emotional eating
35 Providing encouragement and being empathetic is an example of which type of social support?
Persuasive
Tangible
Emotional
Informational
Emotional
36 Which of the following is a known trigger to emotional eating?
Stress
Happiness
Exhaustion
Nervousness
Stress
37 Which of the following demonstrates a lack of willpower for healthy eating?
A client had a planned outing with friends and previewed the menu ahead of time and decided on an a la carte salad, a side dish, and a dessert.
A client is walking through the grocery store and the smell of fresh baked cookies draws them to the bakery.
A client attended an unplanned birthday lunch for a co-worker and had a second serving of chocolate cake.
A client forgot to pack their prepared lunch at home and ended up purchasing some snacks from a vending machine to eat for lunch.
A client attended an unplanned birthday lunch for a co-worker and had a second serving of chocolate cake.
38 A regular client has indicated that a close family member suffered a serious heart attack and that she believes that changing her diet would be beneficial for her own long-term health. Which step is appropriate to take with this client following this statement?
Have the client immediately reduce carbohydrates.
Hold the client accountable to eating more fruits and vegetables each day.
Do nothing, the client is clearly in the precontemplation stage.
Find out about food preferences and general goals.
Find out about food preferences and general goals.
39 A client is part of a peer-group that has shared the same struggles with eating properly and trying to lose weight but is now in the Action stage; of which of the following is this an example?
Relapse
Social modeling
Emotional well-being
Mastery experience
Social modeling
40 A long-term client has recently revealed that she doesn’t always feel in control when she’s eating alone at home; what is the proper course of action to take?
Determine if she is also binging before recommending further care.
Recommend that she reach out to a medical professional as this is out of the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach.
Let her know this sounds a lot like binge-eating disorder and that she needs to be formally diagnosed.
Ask some probing questions as to why she lets this happen.
Recommend that she reach out to a medical professional as this is out of the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach.
41 Which of the following is the main way that the media influences eating behaviors?
It has an overall strong influence over what people see as normal and these images can be misleading.
Advertisements trick people into eating unhealthy foods with misleading health claims
Companies are allowed to promise results without any evidence to back up claims.
The media is full of influences urging people to eat unhealthy.
It has an overall strong influence over what people see as normal and these images can be misleading.
42 How might depression affect healthy eating?
Depressed individuals generally do not value the benefits of healthy eating.
Depression is the sole cause of alcoholism.
Depression is known to cause both undereating and overeating in different individuals.
Depressed individuals typically crave salty foods.
Depression is known to cause both undereating and overeating in different individuals.
