Foundations and Theoretical Concepts Flashcards
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What is the primary assumption behind the CBT model?
Answer: Thoughts influence emotions and behavior
CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, and that changing negative thoughts can lead to changes in behavior and emotions.
Who is widely credited as a founder of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
Answer: Aaron T. Beck
Aaron T. Beck developed CBT by identifying negative automatic thoughts and their role in psychological disorders.
What are automatic thoughts in CBT theory?
Answer: Spontaneous, situation-based thoughts
Automatic thoughts are immediate, often unconscious beliefs or assumptions that influence how we feel and act in a given situation.
Which concept in CBT refers to deep-seated beliefs about the self, others, or the world?
Answer: Core beliefs
Core beliefs are the underlying assumptions that shape how individuals interpret their experiences and often drive automatic thoughts.
What is the goal of cognitive restructuring in CBT?
Answer: Change distorted thinking patterns
Cognitive restructuring aims to identify and challenge irrational or maladaptive thoughts and replace them with more balanced, rational ones.
Which of the following is a common cognitive distortion identified in CBT?
Answer: All-or-nothing thinking
All-or-nothing thinking is a cognitive distortion where individuals see situations in extremes, without recognizing the middle ground.