When assessing for comorbid conditions in a client with an eating disorder, common additional diagnoses include:
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Correct answer: Anxiety disorders, depression and obsessive-compulsive features
Eating disorders often co-occur with mood disorders, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive traits, and substance use.
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