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For most of history, the treatment of mental health problems has not been very humane.
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There are a variety of therapies used individually or in groups. Some are thought and emotion-based, while others focus on specific behaviors.
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Addiction therapy is often done in a group setting; addictions are treated like chronic disorders with multiple dimensions.
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There are many different types of therapists who can work with patients who have many different types of mental health problems.
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