Rhonda has been diagnosed with PTSD after being beaten and raped by her ex-husband. She is discussing various treatment options with her therapist. Why might her therapist suggest cognitive-behavioral therapy rather than medication?
a. Medications only numb the emotions, they do not help with the problems.
b. The ability to express emotions and develop adaptive strategies will be more helpful.
c. Cognitive-behavior treatments are easier to deal with after this type of event.
d. Medications have not been found to be successful for treating PTSD.
B
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