Evidence-Based Therapy (EBT)

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Evidence-based therapy (EBT), also called evidence-based practice in psychology (EBPP), in clinical practice mean treatment is effective, backed by scientific research. Psychotherapy and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) are EBTs — research shows most of us experience symptom relief and can better function. Successful treatment doesn’t assume issues have a single cause, nor is it necessary to identify causes. Family background, genetic and biochemical influences, with individual/social factors, may be part of the disorder’s development.