Shawna is severely obese. She is 5'7" and weighs 732 pounds. She cannot hide her weight, so people often stare at her when she is in public. Shawna is experiencing:
A) Role Conflict
B) Discredited Stigma
C) Role Strain
D) Discreditable Stigma

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Shawna is experiencing Discredited Stigma, which refers to a stigma that is visible or known to others, leading to discrimination or stereotyping. In Shawna's case, her severe obesity is immediately apparent to others, making her subject to potential judgment and stigma based on her appearance.

Shawna Is Severely Obese