Question

how does therapy help in the treatment of depression? a. changes negative thinking patterns b. alters the chemical balance in the brain c. disrupts damaging electrical signals in the brain d. raises levels of serotonin in the brain

Explanation:

Therapy, especially cognitive - behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying and changing negative thinking patterns that contribute to depression. Options B, C, and D are more related to medical treatments (like medications for altering chemical balance or raising serotonin levels, and electroconvulsive therapy for disrupting electrical signals) rather than typical therapy approaches.

Answer:

A. changes negative thinking patterns