According to Fredrickson and Roberts' objectification theory, American culture specifically teaches women
A)how to become obsessive perfectionists
B)to use food and harmful eating habits to regulate negative emotions
C)to view their bodies as things or commodities, much as external observers would
D)that they have to control their weight and food intake in order to feel safe

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Fredrickson and Roberts' objectification theory posits that American culture teaches women to view their bodies as objects or commodities, reflecting an external observer's perspective. This theory highlights how societal norms and media representations encourage women to internalize an outsider's view of their bodies, leading to various psychological effects.

According to Fredrickson and Roberts' Objectification Theory, American Culture Specifically