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Why feeling good might be more important than not feeling bad

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A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that positive affect treatment (PAT) may be more effective than traditional therapy in treating anhedonia, a symptom of depression. PAT focuses on increasing joy and connection by engaging the brain's reward system. Researchers noted that more research is needed to confirm these findings.

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