THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS
THEORY OF EMOTION
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Question
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The specific body weight maintained automatically by most adults over long periods of time is known as the
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Set point
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Refractory period
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Hypothalamic plateau
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Basal metabolic rate
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Homeostatic weight
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Set point theory states that the human body tries to maintain its weight within a preferred range. Many people stay within a more or less small range of body weight throughout their adult life. Some people’s systems may keep them lean while young but allow them to gain weight after middle age.
Detailed explanation-2: -Basal metabolic rate (BMR) The BMR refers to the amount of energy your body needs to maintain homeostasis. Your BMR is largely determined by your total lean mass, especially muscle mass, because lean mass requires a lot of energy to maintain.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Homeostatic Theory of Health.
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