Complete the following statement: Relapse is ______.
A) not discussed in CBT for bulimia nervosa
B) considered very detrimental in bulimia nervosa
C) relatively likely in bulimia nervosa and so cognitive-behavioral therapy helps adolescents avoid relapse and manage it if it does occur
D) most common among those with bulimia nervosa who are at lower initial body weights than in those who are initially overweight

Question

Complete the following statement: Relapse is ______.
A) not discussed in CBT for bulimia nervosa
B) considered very detrimental in bulimia nervosa
C) relatively likely in bulimia nervosa and so cognitive-behavioral therapy helps adolescents avoid relapse and manage it if it does occur
D) most common among those with bulimia nervosa who are at lower initial body weights than in those who are initially overweight

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Relapse is relatively likely in bulimia nervosa and so cognitive-behavioral therapy helps adolescents avoid relapse and manage it if it does occur. Therefore, option C is the best choice as it correctly describes the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy in managing relapse in bulimia nervosa. Option A is incorrect as relapse is discussed in CBT for bulimia nervosa. Option B is partially correct as relapse is detrimental, but it does not provide complete information. Option D is incorrect as there is no evidence to support that relapse is more common among those with bulimia nervosa who are at lower initial body weights.

Complete the Following Statement: Relapse Is ______