Question

Anita regularly abstains from food for religious reasons. Which aspect of the self is she displaying? Suggest the psychological techniques that will help her abstain from food.

Answer 1

Self- control refers to delaying or deferring of gratification of needs.it plays a key role in the fulfillment of long term goals. Anita is able to abstain from food for religious purposes using self- control. The 3 techniques are: Observation of own behavior 

Self Instruction 

Self reinforcement: 

Explanation of each of the above.