Guidelines Recommend That Antidepressant Medication Not Be Prescribed to Treat

question 19

Multiple Choice

Guidelines recommend that antidepressant medication not be prescribed to treat mild depression. Instead,

• A) non-directive supportive therapy or group CBT is recommended.
• B) meditation and yoga practice should be initiated.
• C) strict, daily psychoanalysis should begin immediately.
• D) the client should be admitted for in-patient supervision.

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Definitions:

Horticultural Therapy

The practice of using gardening and plant-based activities to improve physical and mental health.

Muscle Strength Testing

An evaluation technique that measures the strength of various muscle groups based on their ability to contract.

Lateral Flexion

The movement of bending sideways at the waist or neck, a movement often assessed in physical examinations or in fitness.

Applying Cold and Heat

Therapeutic practices of using cold or heat applications to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, or aid in recovery of muscles and joints.