Which of the Following Is an Important Aspect of the Cognitive-Behavioural

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important aspect of the cognitive-behavioural approach to the treatment of bulimia?

• A)changing the type and frequency of reinforcement associated with being an identified patient
• B)ending the "false hope syndrome"
• C)changing the patient's dysfunctional thoughts and attitudes about body shape, weight, and eating
• D)helping the patient's family learn new ways of interacting with each other and with the patient

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