AQA A-Level Psychology 7182
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Eating Behaviour
Psychological explanations for obesity
- 4 things to know
- Paper 3
Overview
Restraint theory, the boundary model of eating, disinhibition in restrained eaters, and the evaluation of both models.
What you need to know
Answer each one before you reveal it.
Describe the boundary model of eating.
Define disinhibition in restrained eating.
Evaluate restraint theory and the boundary model.
Questions from this subtopic
Each one with the model answer underneath.
- 1
What is the central paradox proposed by restraint theory regarding dieting and weight?
Model answer
Chronic attempts to restrict food intake (dieting) paradoxically lead to overeating and weight gain rather than weight loss
- 2
Who developed restraint theory to explain how cognitive restriction of eating can contribute to obesity?
Model answer
Herman and Mack
- 3
What is a diet boundary in the context of restrained eating?
Model answer
A cognitive boundary that restrained eaters set to limit their food intake below their physiological satiety level
- 4
Define disinhibition in the context of eating behaviour.
Model answer
The abandonment of dietary restraint following a perceived or actual violation of self-imposed eating rules
- 5
What is the 'what the hell effect' in restrained eating?
Model answer
When restrained eaters who believe they have broken their diet abandon restraint entirely and overeat
- 6
How can emotional distress trigger disinhibition in restrained eaters?
Model answer
Emotional distress can cause restrained eaters to abandon their dietary restraint and overeat
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