AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which form of therapy has most directly contributed to the sharp reduction in the number of residents in U.S. mental hospitals?
A
Psychosurgery
B
Cognitive therapy
C
Electroconvulsive therapy
D
Drug therapy
E
Humanistic therapy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The most common type of therapy right now may be cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). As mentioned above, CBT explores the relationship between a person’s feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It often focuses on identifying negative thoughts and replacing them with healthier ones.

Detailed explanation-2: -Which form of therapy is most likely to emphasize the importance of examining a person’s role within a social system? Cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Studies have found individual psychotherapy to be effective at improving symptoms in a wide array of mental illnesses, making it both a popular and versatile treatment.

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