Definition

A type of treatment used to help someone recover from an illness or improve their mental or emotional well-being.

Example

She went to therapy to help manage her anxiety.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about going to therapy?

I have, but I'm not sure what to expect from it.

I heard it can really help with stress and anxiety.

Yeah, I think it could be beneficial for me.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Therapy is derived from the Greek word "therapeia" (meaning healing or treatment), which comes from "therapeuein" (meaning to treat or to serve). The word "therapy" refers to the treatment or healing process for physical or mental ailments.

Memory Tip

Think of 'healing' ('therapeia') when you remember that 'therapy' means a process of treatment.

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