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cognitive therapy n (Psychiatry) Psychol a form of psychotherapy in which the patient is encouraged to change the way he sees the world and himself: used particularly to treat depression How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Researchers now need to examine whether youngsters with intermittent explosive disorder who are treated with cognitive therapy, relaxation training, or psychiatric medications avoid later depression or other mental disorders, Kessler says. This is why cognitive therapy is combined with behavioral therapy. Cognitive therapy is effective in reducing the likelihood of people attempting suicide. |
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