A high-school senior is diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa and is hospitalized for severe malnutrition.The treatment team is planning to use behavior modification.Which should the nurse identify as the reasoning behind this therapy choice?

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Behavior modification therapy focuses on changing maladaptive behaviors through reinforcing positive behaviors. This therapy will provide the client with control over behavioral choices, which is important for individuals with anorexia nervosa who often feel a loss of control in their life. Rewarding the client for weight gain or punishing them for not gaining weight may reinforce the negative thoughts associated with the disorder. While perfectionism is a common trait in individuals with anorexia nervosa, it is not a reason to use behavior modification therapy. Additionally, there is no evidence that behavior modification therapy protects the client from parental overindulgence.

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