Effectiveness of CBT in Treating Anxiety Disorders

Easy Unit 8: Clinical Psychology Effectiveness Of Treatment

In the realm of clinical psychology, different therapeutic approaches have been developed to address mental health disorders. Understanding the effectiveness of these treatments can help practitioners make informed decisions. One widely researched treatment is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which is often utilized to treat anxiety disorders. In evaluating the outcomes of treatment options, which of the following statements about the effectiveness of CBT is most accurate?

CBT is ineffective for any type of anxiety disorder.

CBT is only effective for short-term treatment of anxiety.

CBT has been found to be effective for various anxiety disorders over the long term.

CBT is effective but requires medication to be successful.

CBT is only effective when combined with group therapy.

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