Findings on self-discrepancy theory indicate that:
A) self discrepancies are generally stable over time.
B) self ideal discrepancies are related to postpartum depression.
C) the magnitude of the perceived discrepancy between a person's actual and ideal appearance is a predictor of eating disorder symptoms.
D) all of the above.

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Self-discrepancy theory suggests that discrepancies between a person's actual self, ideal self, and ought self can lead to negative psychological outcomes. Research has shown that self-ideal discrepancies are related to postpartum depression, and that the magnitude of the perceived discrepancy between a person's actual and ideal appearance is a predictor of eating disorder symptoms.

Findings on Self-Discrepancy Theory Indicate That