Leigh Anne has been hospitalized for anorexia nervosa. At nighttime, the staff inserts a nasogastric tube to supply some basic nutrition. When she eats any part of her meals, she is heartily praised. Meals are kept small, but snacks are provided in between. What treatment is Leigh Anne undergoing?
a. Cognitive-behavioral therapy
b. Family therapy
c. Controlled weight gain
d. SSRI treatment
c
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