Accumulating evidence supports the use of ______ therapy in treating depression in childhood and adolescence.
A) psychodynamic
B) cognitive-behavioral
C) Gestalt
D) humanistic

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to be effective in treating depression in children and adolescents through numerous studies and meta-analyses. It focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to depression, and equips children with skills to cope with stress and problem-solve effectively. Evidence for psychodynamic, Gestalt, and humanistic therapies in treating depression in children and adolescents is limited.

Accumulating Evidence Supports the Use of ______ Therapy in Treating