The events leading up to TB's depression and excessive weight gain are not uncommon. When someone who leads an active lifestyle slows down suddenly, rapid weight gain will occur. List the events that contributed to TB's problem and explain how each of these events contributed
A decrease in activity accompanied by an increase in eating resulted in weight gain in an individual who is already overweight. As his size increased, his activity level decreased even more, causing him to increase in weight. The lack of activity resulted in TB sitting around the house getting bored. This led to eating to pass the time, which led to additional weight gain. While this cycle was developing, TB's friends were teasing him about his size. He had a hard time fitting into their cars. This encouraged him to stay at home. Once he lost his job, he had more idle time to get bored. His family should have encouraged him to lose weight and get out of the house instead of feeding his habit.
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