Which of the Following Therapies Would NOT Be Considered a Somatic

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following therapies would NOT be considered a somatic therapy?

• A) pharmacotherapy
• B) electrical stimulation therapy
• C) psychosurgery
• D) psychotherapy

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Definitions:

Experiment

A method of research in the sciences or social sciences in which variables are manipulated to observe the effect on some behavior or mental process.

Stress

The body’s response to any demand or challenge, which can be physical, mental, or emotional, and influences the state of both mental and physical health.

Eating Habits

Patterns or behaviors surrounding how and what individuals consume, often influenced by cultural, familial, and personal factors.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experimental setting that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on a dependent variable.