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Which of psychotherapy has been shown to significantly decrease the relapse rate of patients with depression when administered after successful drug treatment?

Correct answer: A. Cognitive-behavioral therapy

  • A. Cognitive-behavioral therapy
  • B. Psychoanalysis
  • C. Behavioural therapy
  • D. Humanistic therapy

Explanation

Cognitive-behavioral therapy teaches patients to identify and change relapse-related thoughts and behaviors, so it can help maintain recovery after medication ends. Psychoanalysis, behavioral therapy, and humanistic therapy are not the standard evidence-based answer for preventing depressive relapse in this context.

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