Donna is about 25 pounds overweight, has tried a variety of diets, and has repeatedly failed to maintain weight loss. She defends her weight with the explanation that almost all of her relatives are overweight, and none has ever been successful with attempts to lose weight. Donna can best be described as

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Donna's explanation for her weight as being due to genetics and the fact that none of her relatives have been successful with weight loss indicates that she has an external locus of control. She believes that factors outside of her control, such as genetics, are responsible for her weight and weight loss success, rather than her own choices and actions. This belief can hinder her motivation to make positive changes for her health.

Donna Is About 25 Pounds Overweight, Has Tried a Variety