Which of These Individuals Is at the Average Age for the Onset

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of these individuals is at the average age for the onset of depressive disorder?

• A)Al,who is 15 years old
• B)Sid,who is 21 years old
• C)Sally,who is 32 years old
• D)Veronica,who is 65 years old

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapists

Professionals who treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders using techniques designed to change faulty or unhelpful thinking patterns, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors.

Self-talk

The practice of talking to oneself, often silently, as a method of self-guidance or self-regulation.

Beck's Cognitive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy developed by Aaron Beck that aims to correct negative thinking patterns to improve mood and behavior.

Wolpe's Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique developed by Joseph Wolpe designed to help people overcome phobias and anxiety through gradual exposure to feared stimuli while practicing relaxation techniques.