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Trends that have contributed to the recent increase of eating disorders in the United States include a(n)
 
  1. more competitive workplace.
  2. increase in the number of divorces.
  3. focus on being thin as a measure of attractiveness.
  4. increase in the number of nonnutritional foods consumed.

Question 2

A patient with antisocial behavior was treated several times for substance dependence. Each time, the patient relapsed. Which treatment approach is most appropriate?
 
  a. 1-week detoxification program
  b. Long-term outpatient therapy
  c. 12-step self-help program
  d. Residential program


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

3
In most modern societies, a high value is placed on a slim body.

Answer to Question 2

D
Residential programs and therapeutic communities help a patient change lifestyles, abstain from drugs, eliminate criminal behaviors, develop employment skills, be self-reliant and practice honesty. Residential programs are more effective for patients with antisocial tendencies than outpatient programs.


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