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Intervention - GCSE Psychology Definition

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In GCSE Psychology, "intervention" refers to actions or strategies designed to change behaviours, thoughts, or emotions to improve someone's mental health or well-being. These can include things like psychological therapy, drug therapy or specific programmes aimed at solving psychological problems like depression or addiction.

Interventions are often used when someone is struggling with psychological issues, and professionals, like psychologists or psychiatrists, use these methods to help people feel better and cope more effectively with challenges in their lives.

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