A therapist with a(n) ________ orientation would emphasize the depressed person's need to improve his or her social skills.
A) interpersonal
B) psychodynamic
C) cognitive
D) sociocultural

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An interpersonal orientation focuses on the individual's relationships and social interactions. In this case, the therapist would emphasize the importance of improving the person's social skills as a way to improve their relationships and overall well-being. The other orientations (psychodynamic, cognitive, and sociocultural) may also be helpful in treating depression, but they do not specifically address social skills in the same way that an interpersonal orientation does.

A Therapist with A(n) ________ Orientation Would Emphasize the Depressed