Which Statement Is TRUE Regarding Treatment of Bulimia Nervosa

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE regarding treatment of bulimia nervosa?

• A) Treatment with antidepressant drugs is more effective than psychotherapy.
• B) Antidepressant drugs do not help prevent the person from engaging in purging behaviors.
• C) Antidepressant drugs are not effective in patients who purge via laxatives or enemas.
• D) Antidepressant drugs used in combination with psychotherapy are more effective than either treatment alone.

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Definitions:

Diffusion of Responsibility

A socio-psychological phenomenon whereby a person is less likely to take responsibility for action or inaction when others are present.

Groupthink

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Weapons of Mass Destruction

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Bystander Apathy

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