Theresa Is Experiencing a Depressive Episode and Undergoes Cognitive Therapy

question 7

Multiple Choice

Theresa is experiencing a depressive episode and undergoes cognitive therapy to treat her symptoms.If she were in therapy with Aaron Beck,she would most likely be asked to challenge her negative thoughts about

• A) herself and her unconscious needs and motives.
• B) her upbringing and her past relationships.
• C) herself,her situation,and the future.
• D) her skills and how to fulfill her potential for growth.

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Definitions:

Onset

The beginning or start of something, often used in the context of diseases to denote the time symptoms first appear.

FDA Black Box Warning

The strongest warning by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration indicating that a medication carries a significant risk of serious or even life-threatening adverse effects.

Suicidal Symptoms

Signs that an individual is thinking about, planning, or has a high risk of attempting suicide, including expressing feelings of hopelessness or taking risks that could lead to death.

Antidepressant Medications

Medications prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression by adjusting chemical imbalances in the brain, such as SSRIs and SNRIs.