- Describe the goals and methods of behavior and cognitive therapies.
- Describe the focus of treatment and techniques used in psychodynamic therapy.
- Explain how client-centered therapists approach treatment.
- Explain how medications are used to treat psychological disorders.
- Describe electroconvulsive therapy, as it is used today.
- Explain what transcranial magnetic stimulation is, and how it is used in treatment.
- Explain what other forms, or modalities, of treatment are used besides individual therapy.
- Discuss recent trends in psychotherapy that might affect the future of mental health care.
- List the key issues you should keep in mind when reading research studies of psychotherapy.
- Describe some good ways to find a therapist.
