One Problem with Psychodynamic Approaches to Treating Depression Is

question 180

Multiple Choice

One problem with psychodynamic approaches to treating depression is:

• A) the research that supports this approach stems mostly from case studies.
• B) it is often too brief to show therapeutic efficacy.
• C) it cannot explain why some people improve even when they did not receive therapy.
• D) techniques such as free association and dream interpretation are frequently used.

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Definitions:

Nematocyst

A specialized cell in the tentacles of a cnidarian, such as a jellyfish, containing a barbed or venomous coiled thread that can be projected in self-defense or to capture prey.

Cnidarians

A phylum of aquatic invertebrates known for their specialized cells called cnidocytes, which they use for capturing prey.

Polyp Form

A type of body form in cnidarians, such as corals and sea anemones, characterized by a cylindrical shape and a mouth surrounded by tentacles.

Ciliated Larvae

Larval forms of certain aquatic animals, particularly some mollusks and annelids, which have cilia (tiny hair-like structures) for movement and feeding.