The Effectiveness of Psychotherapy Has Been Assessed Both Through Clients

question 52

Multiple Choice

The effectiveness of psychotherapy has been assessed both through clients' perspectives and through controlled research studies. What have such assessments found?

• A)Clients' perceptions and controlled studies alike strongly affirm the effectiveness of psychotherapy.
• B)Whereas clients' perceptions strongly affirm the effectiveness of psychotherapy,studies point to more modest results.
• C)Whereas studies strongly affirm the effectiveness of psychotherapy,many clients feel dissatisfied with their progress.
• D)Clients' perceptions and controlled studies alike paint a very mixed picture of the effectiveness of psychotherapy.

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Definitions:

Reinforcing

An act that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, often through a reward-based system.

Antidepressant Drug

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Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that has a critical role in stabilizing mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness. It also influences sleep, digestion, and other bodily functions.

Norepinephrine

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