A patient has social anxiety disorder. Which is an example of a biological treatment for this condition?
A) Having the patient engage in activities that elicit anxiety
B) Prescribing an antidepressant medication such as paroxetine
C) Teaching the patient how to effectively challenge negative thoughts
D) Encouraging the patient to cultivate relationships with others who have similar anxieties

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Antidepressant medications, such as paroxetine, are considered biological treatments because they involve pharmacological interventions to address the chemical imbalances in the brain associated with social anxiety disorder.

A Patient Has Social Anxiety Disorder