Cognitive Approach to Treating Depression Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is the primary focus of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)?
It focuses on the here and now instead of the cause.
What is the first step in CBT?
An assessment where the patient and therapist clarify problems and set goals.
What is a central task in CBT?
To identify negative or irrational thoughts that will benefit from challenge.
What does CBT aim to change?
Negative and irrational thoughts and implement more effective behaviors.
What is Beck’s negative triad theory of depression?
It involves identifying automatic thoughts about the world, self, and future.
What is a common homework assignment in cognitive therapy?
To record enjoyable events or instances of kindness from others.
What is the term used for patients testing the reality of their negative beliefs?
Patient as scientist.
What is the ABCDE model in REBT?
A model that extends the ABC model to include D (dispute) and E (effect).
What is the hallmark of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)?
A vigorous argument to challenge irrational thoughts.
What does empirical argument in REBT involve?
Disputing whether there is actual evidence to support the negative belief.
What does logical argument in REBT involve?
Disputing whether the negative thought logically follows from the facts.
What is behavioral activation in CBT?
Encouraging a depressed patient to engage in enjoyable activities.
Fill in the blank: The central component of cognitive therapy is to _______.
challenge automatic thoughts.
True or False: CBT exclusively relies on Beck’s cognitive therapy techniques.
False.
What is the intended effect of challenging irrational beliefs in REBT?
To break the link between negative life events and depression.
