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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

By William Meek, About.com

Created: December 25, 2006

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Definition: A style of psychotherapy commonly used to treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder. It focuses on changing problematic thought processes that can create a state of anxiety, and is supported by psychological and medical research.
Also Known As: CBT

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