Emotional distress that sometimes occurs as a result of being obese makes weight control difficult because it often leads to
A) higher metabolic rates.
B) lower metabolic rates.
C) additional overeating.
D) greater sensitivity to external cues.

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Emotional distress often leads to overeating as a way to cope with negative emotions, which makes weight control difficult. Option A is incorrect because higher metabolic rates would actually make weight loss easier, not harder. Option B is incorrect because lower metabolic rates would make weight loss harder but emotional distress is not the reason for lower metabolic rates. Option D is incorrect because greater sensitivity to external cues may contribute to overeating but is not the main reason that weight control is difficult for individuals experiencing emotional distress.

Emotional Distress That Sometimes Occurs as a Result of Being