Paula Suffers from Bulimia Nervosa and Is Considering Treatment with an Antidepressant

question 31

Multiple Choice

Paula suffers from bulimia nervosa and is considering treatment with an antidepressant medication. Knowing that you have been studying this issue, she asks your opinion. What should you tell her?

• A) "Antidepressants have been shown to be very effective."
• B) "Antidepressants will help you with your purging but not with your bingeing."
• C) "Relapse is common when medication is stopped."
• D) "Because antidepressants make you feel better, you will be less motivated to deal with your eating disorder."

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