Which Statement Is TRUE About the Research on the Effectiveness

question 131

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE about the research on the effectiveness of interpersonal psychotherapy in treating unipolar depression?

• A) Interpersonal psychotherapy is less effective than placebo treatments.
• B) The research has not provided consistent results on this issue.
• C) Interpersonal psychotherapy is more effective in group therapy sessions than in individual therapy sessions.
• D) Interpersonal psychotherapy nearly eliminates depressive symptoms in 50 to 60 percent of clients.

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