CBT Foundations and Theoretical Concepts 3

Question 1

The 'second wave' of CBT, associated with cognitive therapy, differed from the 'first wave' (behavior therapy) primarily by:

Accepted Answer

Adding a focus on modifying thought content and cognitive distortions

Answer

Second-wave CBT added explicit attention to identifying and restructuring maladaptive thoughts, complementing the behavioral interventions of the first wave.

Question 2

Which learning theory concept underlies the CBT technique of behavioral activation for depression?

Accepted Answer

Operant conditioning — increasing positive reinforcement through activity

Answer

Behavioral activation is grounded in operant conditioning, aiming to increase access to positive reinforcement by scheduling rewarding activities.

Question 3

Beck's concept of the 'cognitive triad' in depression involves negative views of:

Accepted Answer

Self, world, and future

Answer

Beck's cognitive triad describes the three negative perspectives characteristic of depression: a negative view of oneself, the world, and the future.

Question 4

The term 'schema' in CBT refers to:

Accepted Answer

A stable cognitive framework through which experiences are interpreted

Answer

Schemas are enduring cognitive structures or templates, often formed in childhood, that organize how individuals process and interpret information.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of the cognitive distortion known as 'personalization'?

Accepted Answer

Believing you are responsible for an external event outside your control

Answer

Personalization involves incorrectly attributing external events to oneself, taking unwarranted personal responsibility or blame.

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CBT Foundations and Theoretical Concepts 3