The waiting list is an inadequate benchmark for estimating the effectiveness of psychotherapy for depression.

What it found

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Who cites it

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4. The Efficacy of Experiential Dynamic Therapies: A 10-Year Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Update.Clinical psychology & psychotherapy
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13. Group arts interventions for depression and anxiety among older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Nature. Mental health · 2025
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