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cognitive-behavioral therapy

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cog·ni·tive-be·hav·ior·al therapy  (kgn-tv-b-hvy-rl)
n.
A highly structured psychotherapeutic method used to alter distorted attitudes and problem behavior by identifying and replacing negative inaccurate thoughts and changing the rewards for behaviors.


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Cognitive-behavioral therapy id considered to be the best way to treat anxiety attacks.
CHICAGO -- Panic-focused psycho-dynamic psychotherapy was as effective as cognitive-behavioral therapy in reducing panic symptoms 6 months after treatment in a small ongoing randomized controlled trial.
of Calgary, Canada) are recognized experts in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT); Deborah has extensive experience using CBT as a clinical psychologist, while Keith's work has focused on psychotherapy research.
 
 
 
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