Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is NOT specifically designed to deal with which of the following problems?

A) specific phobias like fear of snakes or insects
B) unusual or severe responses to death of a loved one
C) interpersonal role disputes
D) deficits in interpersonal skills

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

A brief psychotherapy designed to help people with depression better understand and cope with problems relating to their interpersonal relationships.

Specific Phobias

Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations that pose little to no actual danger, but provoke anxiety and avoidance behaviors.

Interpersonal Role Disputes

Conflicts that occur when individuals have differing expectations about their roles within a relationship or social setting.