Significance of Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic approach utilized to improve mental health through various techniques that involve conversations between a therapist and a patient. It encompasses methods like cognitive behavior therapy and counseling, aimed at addressing emotional and psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress management. Additionally, psychotherapy can support children in lifestyle changes related to obesity and help manage conditions like ADHD. Both modern and traditional frameworks recognize its importance in treating mental disorders through psychological means.
Synonyms: Counseling, Psychological therapy, Cognitive therapy, Behavioral therapy, Therapy, Therapy sessions
In Dutch: Psychotherapie; In Finnish: Psykoterapia; In Spanish: Psicoterapia
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Hindu concept of 'Psychotherapy'
Psychotherapy in Hinduism involves psychologically-based methods aimed at alleviating mental disorders, and is also viewed as a therapeutic approach comparable to Transcendental Meditation for addressing emotional health and adjustment issues.
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Methods that are psychologically based for alleviating mental disorders, although not extensively covered in the context of the provided text.[1]
The concept of Psychotherapy in scientific sources
Psychotherapy is a mental health treatment method that utilizes various psychological techniques, including Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Satvavajaya Chikitsa, to enhance emotional well-being and address psychological issues.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a key activity performed by clinical psychologists, who also engage in diagnostic tests, teaching, clinical supervision, research and writing, consultation, and administration, as shown in surveys.[2] (2) This is mentioned in the keywords list, but is not defined in the text, and may be related to the interventions provided to the participants.[3] (3) This is a form of treatment involving psychological techniques to help individuals address mental health concerns, improve well-being, and change maladaptive behaviors.[4] (4) This refers to a form of treatment that involves talking with a therapist to address mental health concerns, and it was part of the standard treatment for some study participants.[5] (5) This is a treatment method that involves psychological techniques, such as CBT, to address the condition without the use of medication.[6]