22 Questions
Why do psychologists explain to people that the fears in social phobias are usually learned?
To help individuals understand the source of their fears
What is the purpose of asking individuals to record their thoughts immediately after thinking about being in a feared situation?
To learn how to substitute positive thoughts for negative ones
What is one of the techniques used by therapists to help individuals with social phobias?
Encouraging individuals to imagine feared situations
What is a potential drawback of drug therapy for social phobia?
About 25% of individuals experience relapse when they stop taking the drugs
What is the advantage of cognitive-behavioral therapy over drug therapy?
There are no side effects
What is a possible side effect of long-term drug treatment for social phobias?
'Loss of memory' is a possible side effect
What does Mark Bittman suggest should be done with bad food?
Tax it and subsidize vegetables
What is a major cause of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer?
Standard American Diet
What is the main focus of the food industry, as mentioned in the text?
Profit
What does Mark Bittman say could be the role of the federal government in improving food choices?
To be an agent of the public good
Why does the text suggest that the food industry may continue to sell health-damaging food?
Because it is most profitable
What does Mark Bittman believe could be achieved through a change in eating habits?
Improvement in health and cost savings in healthcare
What is the suggested approach for handling unhealthful foods?
Tax unhealthful foods to discourage consumption
How much could sweetened drinks be taxed according to the proposal?
2 cents per ounce
What could be the tax on a serving of French fries under the proposed plan?
50 cents
How does the author propose to use the revenue generated from taxing unhealthful foods?
To make healthy food more affordable and widely available
What staple foods could be sold cheaply under the proposed plan?
Seasonal greens, vegetables, whole grains, dried legumes, and fruit
What does the author highlight as a common breakfast for many people?
Chips and Coke
What health condition is associated with bad eating habits according to the text?
Type 2 diabetes
What is the annual soft drink consumption per person mentioned in the text?
44.7 gallons
What percentage of Americans have diabetes or are pre-diabetic according to the text?
One-third
What is the urgency for implementing the proposed plan according to the text?
Ensuring economic sanity and national health due to rising diabetes rates
Explore the cognitive-behavioral programs designed to treat social phobias, focusing on the intense and irrational fears of public speaking. Learn about the components of these programs and their effectiveness in addressing social phobia.
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