Questions: Which of the following types of therapy helps a person who has an eating disorder feel validated and tolerate distressful emotions? Acceptance commitment therapy Cognitive therapy Humanistic therapy Dialectical behavioral therapy

The answer is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

Explanation for each option:

1. Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT): While ACT can help individuals accept their thoughts and feelings and commit to behavior changes, it is not specifically designed to address distress tolerance and validation in the context of eating disorders.

2. Cognitive Therapy: This type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns and beliefs. It is effective for many mental health issues, including eating disorders, but it does not specifically emphasize distress tolerance and validation.

3. Humanistic Therapy: This approach emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization. It focuses on the individual's capacity for self-healing and personal growth, but it does not specifically target distress tolerance or validation.

4. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): DBT is specifically designed to help individuals manage distressing emotions and improve emotional regulation. It includes components of validation and distress tolerance, making it particularly effective for individuals with eating disorders who struggle with these issues.