cognitive behavioral therapy
noun
Note: Cognitive behavioral therapy is used in the treatment of various mental and emotional disorders including depression, anxiety, anorexia, and substance abuse. Cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy are often used interchangeably.
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Others may prefer individual counseling such as cognitive behavioral therapy, which has also been shown to be effective.
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Another key intervention is management of the anxiety and depression that often accompanies SPS, with treatments like SSRI medications and talk therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
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cognitive behavioral therapy
nounNote: Cognitive behavioral therapy is used in the treatment of various mental and emotional disorders including depression, anxiety, anorexia, and substance abuse. Cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy are often used interchangeably.
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