therapy

[ˈθerəpi]

therapy Definition

treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.

Using therapy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "therapy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is undergoing therapy for her anxiety.

  • Example

    Physical therapy can help with muscle pain and injuries.

  • Example

    The therapist recommended cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression.

therapy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for therapy

Phrases with therapy

  • a form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with several people at the same time

    Example

    Group therapy can be helpful for individuals who feel isolated or alone in their struggles.

  • a form of therapy that helps people develop or regain skills needed for daily living and working

    Example

    After her injury, she received occupational therapy to help her regain strength and mobility.

  • a form of therapy that helps people recover from physical injuries or disabilities

    Example

    After his surgery, he went through several months of physical therapy to regain strength and mobility.

Origins of therapy

from Greek 'therapeia', meaning 'healing, curing'

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Summary: therapy in Brief

The term 'therapy' [ˈθerəpi] refers to treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder. It includes various forms such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and psychotherapy. Examples include 'She is undergoing therapy for her anxiety.' and 'The therapist recommended cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression.'

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