Because Patients with Anorexia Nervosa Are Often Difficult to Treat,which

question 66

Multiple Choice

Because patients with anorexia nervosa are often difficult to treat,which of the following does research suggest to be an important area of assessment?

• A) their readiness to change
• B) their willpower
• C) their anxiety over becoming obese
• D) their negative expectations about change

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