Psychotherapy has changed since the 1950s in many ways, including clearer diagnoses, more research on effectiveness, and briefer treatments. One of the main reasons for these changes has been pressures applied by:

A) health insurance companies.
B) Alcoholics Anonymous and similar self-help groups.
C) organizations of former mental patients.
D) the American Psychological Association.

Psychotherapy

The therapeutic treatment of mental illness and emotional distress by psychological rather than medical means.

Health Insurance

A type of insurance coverage that pays for medical and surgical expenses incurred by the insured.

Clearer Diagnoses

The process of making more accurate identification of diseases or disorders based on a thorough assessment of symptoms, signs, and test results.