To Summarize What Is Known About Psychotherapy Effectiveness, We Can

question 28

Multiple Choice

To summarize what is known about psychotherapy effectiveness, we can say that ________

• A) the chances of an average client benefiting significantly are impressive.
• B) for disorders that have a brief duration, treatment provides no obvious benefit.
• C) degree of improvement and number of therapy sessions are unrelated.
• D) all therapy outcomes are positive or neutral, none are negative.

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Definitions:

Nuclear Receptor

Nuclear receptors are a class of proteins found within cells, that on binding with a specific ligand, can directly regulate the expression of specific genes.

Membrane-bound Receptor

A type of receptor located on the cell membrane that binds to external molecules to initiate a cellular response.

Eicosanoids

Bioactive lipid compounds derived from fatty acids, playing critical roles in inflammation, immunity, and as messengers in the central nervous system.

Prostaglandins

A group of lipid compounds that have diverse hormone-like effects, including mediating inflammation and pain.