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The efficacy of cognitive and behavior therapies for depression

Published Online:https://doi.org/10.1176/ajp.137.12.1495

This selective overview looks at the effectiveness of behavior therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy, and cognitive therapy for depressive disorders. The outcome of single-case studies, comparative treatment projects with volunteers, and clinical trials with outpatients are used to evaluate the current state of the art and to suggest future research directions.

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