CBT CBT Theory & Core Principles 2

Question 1

Which philosopher's Stoic principle — 'People are disturbed not by events, but by their opinions about events' — is frequently cited as a precursor to CBT?

Accepted Answer

Epictetus

Answer

Epictetus's Stoic teaching that beliefs, not events, cause emotional disturbance is a foundational philosophical precursor to CBT.

Question 2

In the cognitive model, what term describes the level of cognition that includes core beliefs and assumptions?

Accepted Answer

Schemas

Answer

Schemas are deep-seated cognitive structures containing core beliefs and assumptions that filter how individuals interpret experiences.

Question 3

Aaron Beck originally developed cognitive therapy while treating patients with which condition?

Accepted Answer

Depression

Answer

Beck developed cognitive therapy in the 1960s while researching and treating depression, identifying characteristic negative thought patterns.

Question 4

The 'cognitive triad' in Beck's model of depression refers to negative views about:

Accepted Answer

Self, world, and future

Answer

Beck's cognitive triad describes the depressed person's negative schema across three domains: self, world (environment), and future.

Question 5

Which CBT principle holds that homework assignments between sessions are essential because:

Accepted Answer

They allow generalization of skills to real-world contexts

Answer

Between-session homework helps clients practice and generalize skills learned in therapy to their everyday environments.

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CBT CBT Theory & Core Principles 2