Which of the following therapies would be most beneficial for a patient with a psychosomatic disorder?

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Psychosomatic disorder is a real, physical disorder that, at least in part, has a psychological cause. Tension headaches have real pain caused by muscle spasms, but stress and anxiety play a role in causing the symptoms. Biofeedback and relaxation techniques can be helpful in reducing the tension and spasm. Psychosomatic breaks down into the suffix -tic meaning pertaining to, the root/combining form psych/o- meaning mind, and the root -soma- meaning body. These are disorders of the body that have their origin in the mind.

Which of the Following Therapies Would Be Most Beneficial for a Patient