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Cognitive-behavioural therapy

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Cognitive-behavioural therapy is a type of counselling that focuses on changing certain thoughts and behaviour patterns to control the symptoms of a condition. It's used to treat a variety of problems, such as stress, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, eating disorders, and ongoing (chronic) pain.

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