Which of the following psychological treatments appears to have the most research support in terms of large-scale treatment studies of adolescent depression?

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Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) has the most research support in treating adolescent depression, based on large-scale treatment studies. CBT is a talk therapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviours. It has been shown to be effective in reducing depressive symptoms and preventing relapse in adolescents. Group behaviour therapy and behaviour therapy have also been shown to be effective, but not to the same extent as CBT. Brief psychodynamic therapy has not been widely researched in terms of treating adolescent depression.

Which of the Following Psychological Treatments Appears to Have the Most