Severely Depressed Patients Have Been Helped by All of the Following

question 67

Multiple Choice

Severely depressed patients have been helped by all of the following techniques EXCEPT for

• A) EMDR.
• B) using implanted electrodes to stimulate pleasure centers in the brain.
• C) pharmacotherapy.
• D) ECT.

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Definitions:

Sleep Deprivation

A condition resulting from not getting enough sleep, which can affect cognitive functions, physical health, and emotional well-being.

Consolidation

the process by which memories become stable in the brain, transforming from a short-term to a long-lasting form.

Circadian Rhythms

Biological processes that follow a roughly 24-hour cycle, affecting physiological and behavioral functions such as sleep-wake cycles.

Restorative Sleep

A phase of sleep that is particularly rejuvenating and vital for physical and mental health.