Which of the Following Best Describes the Effectiveness of CBT

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the effectiveness of CBT for treating childhood depression?

• A) It is no more effective than placebo.
• B) It is more effective than any other kind of psychotherapy.
• C) It is as effective as several other kinds of psychotherapy, particularly in the long term.
• D) It is less effective than several other kinds of psychotherapy in the short term, but more effective in the long term.

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Definitions:

NREM Rebound

The increase in the amount of non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep after being deprived of sleep, as a compensatory response.

Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality and other health issues.

Delta Waves

High amplitude brain waves of a frequency between 1-4 hertz, typically associated with deep sleep.

Stage 3 Sleep

A deep sleep phase within the sleep cycle characterized by delta brain waves, important for physical recovery and growth.