Acceptance Commitment Therapy Flashcards
1
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What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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A third wave CBT treatment that has developed from Skinners approach to studying behaviour
2
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How does Acceptance and Commitment Therapy work
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Teaches individuals to accept and embrace their thoughts, especially ones that are distressing and unwanted
Helps individual clarify their personal values and take action on them
3
Q
Name 2 disorders that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can treat
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- Depression
2. Anxiety
4
Q
What are 3 strengths of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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- Cost effective
- Evidence based
- Can be applied to multiple disorders
