Dr. Kowalczyk is having limited success using cognitive behavioral therapy to treat a patient with borderline personality disorder. The best strategy to increase treatment effectiveness is most likely to
A. ensure that treatment takes place in an entirely outpatient basis.
B. investigate the possibility of combining several forms of medication.
C. take a break from treatment and continue when the patient feels ready.
D. switch therapeutic approaches to incorporate dialectical behavior therapy.
Answer: D
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