Dr.Ramos,a psychiatrist,treats many adolescent patients who suffer from depression.She often treats these patients with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors,such as Prozac.If she would like to add a treatment component that has been shown to improve outcomes for adolescents,she should recommend both Prozac and:

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to improve outcomes for adolescents with depression. CBT helps patients identify negative and unrealistic thought patterns and replace them with more positive and realistic ones. It has also been found to be effective when used in conjunction with medication. While dialectical behavior therapy (A) is effective for borderline personality disorder and other conditions, it may not be the best choice for depression. Client-centered group therapy (B) focuses on exploring and expressing emotions but may not specifically target negative thought patterns associated with depression. Exposure and response prevention (C) is primarily used for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and may not be an appropriate treatment option for depression.

DrRamos,a Psychiatrist,treats Many Adolescent Patients Who Suffer from Depression