Many Clinicians Suggest That the Most Difficult Part of Treatment

question 72

Multiple Choice

Many clinicians suggest that the most difficult part of treatment for anorexia nervosa, and the part of treatment where many anorexic individuals are not successful, is

• A) initial weight gain.
• B) admitting that there is a problem and agreeing to begin treatment.
• C) changing their attitudes regarding body shape and addressing interpersonal disruptions in their lives.
• D) when they become bulimic.

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Definitions:

Conform

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, expectations, or pressures.

Implicit Influence

The subtle or unconscious impact on an individual's attitudes, beliefs, or actions without their explicit awareness.

Informational Influence

A form of social influence where an individual changes their behavior or belief based on the information or evidence provided by others.

Normative Influence

The influence that leads individuals to conform to the norms or behaviors of a group to gain acceptance or approval.