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appyboo

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What is a delusion? What type of delusions are most common in schizophrenia?
 
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Which of the following best explains why cognitive-behavioral therapy is a logical approach to the
  treatment of eating disorders?
 
  A) Both thoughts and behaviors need to be altered to achieve a lasting outcome.
  B) The role of learning in the development of eating disorders is well-established.
  C) Medical interventions have proven ineffective.
  D) It is the therapy of choice for most disorders.


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mcabuhat

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A delusion is a thought, a cognition, with no basis in reality. Common delusions involve
believing that one's actions or thoughts are being controlled by some external force, that
one's thoughts are being broadcasted, and that thoughts are being inserted into one's mind.
These delusions are all consistent with the disorganized thoughts commonly seen in
schizophrenia.

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appyboo

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Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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