If You Wanted to Treat Severe Depression That Was Not

question 156

Multiple Choice

If you wanted to treat severe depression that was not responding to drugs or psychotherapy, you would be most likely to succeed by using ________.

• A) trephining
• B) relaxation training and meditation
• C) electroconvulsive therapy
• D) psychosurgery

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Definitions:

Glucosamine

A natural compound found in cartilage, often taken as a dietary supplement to support joint health and relieve osteoarthritis symptoms.

Placebo

A substance or treatment with no therapeutic effect, often used in clinical trials as a control to test the efficacy of new drugs.

Inflammation

A biological response of body tissues to harmful stimuli, characterized by redness, swelling, warmth, and pain.

Single Blind

An experimental setup where the participant is unaware of whether they are receiving the experimental treatment or are in the control group, but the researchers are aware.