If a client wants to relearn to pay attention to hunger and satiety cues, they may find it helpful to
a. keep a journal of perceived emotions.
b. establish a regular pattern of meals.
c. eat all their food at home.
d. avoid eating until they are very hungry.
A
A journal of perceived emotions (especially if it also includes foods eaten) may help a client to relearn how to pay attention to hunger and satiety cues. Establishing a regular pattern of meals may help a client develop healthful eating habits, but would not help them identify their hunger and satiety. Eating all food at home is probably not realistic for most clients. Avoiding eating until very hungry is likely to result in erratic food intake and overeating.
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