THE IMPACT OF GROUP THERAPY ON SOCIAL RECOVERY IN DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY DISORDERS

Mariia Mykhailichenko

doi:10.30888/2663-5712.2025-29-03-056

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Mariia Mykhailichenko Master’s Degree in Psychology, National Academy of Internal Affairs Director, 910 Rosery RD NW, Largo, Florida, 33770 http://orcid.org/0009-0008-8576-4507

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30888/2663-5712.2025-29-03-056

Keywords:

group therapy, depression, anxiety disorders, social recovery, psychotherapy

Abstract

The article explores the impact of group therapy on the social recovery of patients with depression and anxiety disorders. The aim of the study is to demonstrate how group therapy facilitates social rehabilitation and improves social functioning in the co

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