Which statement(s) by the parent of a teen with anorexia nervosa indicate(s) that teaching was effective? Select all that apply
a. "We will find enough money for family counseling if it is needed.".
b. "The entire family has benefited from our improved eating habits.".
c. "Will treatment affect my teenager's standing on the gymnastics team?"
d. "We will work out our differences without getting into power struggles.".
e. "I learned it is important to closely monitor all aspects of my teenager's life.".
A, B, D
The correct remarks suggest the parent's thinking is synchronous with therapeutic goals. The distracters indicate the parent places a high value on the teen's gymnastics standing, which largely depends on thinness, and control, which will increase the teen's sense of powerlessness.
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