An important aspect of the cognitive-behavioral approach to the treatment of bulimia nervosa is that it involves
a. changing patients' dysfunctional thoughts regarding their weight and previous weight control strategies.
b. helping the patient's family learn new ways of interacting with each other and with the patient.
c. changing the type and frequency of reinforcement associated with being an identified patient.
d. making sure that the patient has a lot of quiet time where she can be alone.
Question 2
Matilda has had anorexia nervosa for several years. She started losing weight because her family said she needed to lose a few pounds. A crucial part of treatment for Matilda is family therapy that focuses on the issues regarding
a. attitudes toward body shape and image distortions.
b. negative communications in the family regarding food and eating.
c. dysfunctional communication in the family regarding food and eating.
d. all of the above
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