Techniques from traditional Chinese medicine have demonstrated effectiveness for managing stress and depression. Which of the following statements describes the research findings?

A) Acupuncture and acupressure are effective in managing stress but less effective for depression.
B) Qi gong and tai chi are effective for managing stress, anxiety, and depression, but acupuncture has not been found to be effective for these conditions.
C) Qi gong and tai chi are effective for managing stress, and acupuncture is an effective treatment for depression.
D) Herbal preparations are effective in managing anxiety, and qi gong is an effective treatment for depression.

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​Techniques from traditional Chinese medicine have demonstrated effectiveness for managing stress and depression. Which of the following statements describes the research findings?A)  ​Acupuncture and acupressure are effective in managing stress but less effective for depression.B)  ​Qi gong and tai chi are effective for managing stress, anxiety, and depression, but acupuncture has not been found to be effective for these conditions.C)  ​Qi gong and tai chi are effective for managing stress, and acupuncture is an effective treatment for depression.D)  ​Herbal preparations are effective in managing anxiety, and qi gong is an effective treatment for depression.

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Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Research has found that qi gong and tai chi are effective in managing stress, anxiety, and depression, while acupuncture has been found to be an effective treatment for depression. Herbal preparations may have some effectiveness for managing anxiety, but they are not mentioned in relation to traditional Chinese medicine techniques for managing stress and depression. Acupuncture and acupressure are both effective in managing stress and depression.

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