Assessment and formulation Flashcards
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
A structured, goal-oriented form of psychotherapy emphasizing the interplay between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
According to Beck (1964), what primarily influences individuals’ emotional responses and behaviors?
Their perceptions of events rather than the events themselves.
True or False: The Hot Cross Bun model illustrates the relationship between situations, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and physical sensations.
True
Fill in the blank: The Hot Cross Bun model shows that emotional distress stems from how one __________ a situation.
interprets
What is the
Assessment process?
- Clinical interviews
To engage in a structured conversation to explore the client’s experiences and perspectives. - Third party information from family and friends.
- Outcome measures such as depression inventory to quantify symptoms and track progress.
- Self monitoring asking to keep a feeling etc
What standardized questionnaire can be used to quantify symptoms in CBT?
Beck Depression Inventory
What does the PHQ-9 assess?
Symptoms of depression.
List three areas assessed by the PHQ-9.
- Interest in activities
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Sleep disturbances
What does the acronym SMART stand for in goal setting?
- Specific
- Measurable
- Achievable
- Relevant
- Time-bound
What is the role of formulation in CBT?
To understand psychological issues, identify factors maintaining the problem, and develop individualized treatment plans.
True or False: Effective communication in CBT means using complex language to ensure clarity.
False
What technique involves scheduling enjoyable activities to combat withdrawal in clients?
Behavioral Activation
Fill in the blank: Mark believes that if he does not clean thoroughly, something terrible will happen. This is an example of __________.
Inflated Responsibility
What are grounding techniques used for in the context of PTSD?
To help clients stay present during flashbacks or anxiety.
What is the purpose of self-monitoring in CBT for eating disorders?
To track eating patterns, thoughts, and feelings associated with food.
What is cognitive restructuring?
A technique that helps clients challenge and reframe negative thoughts.
List two key strategies for building therapeutic relationships in CBT.
- Quality of Relationships
- Active Listening
What are the four steps of setting up a CBT assessment session??
- Introduce yourself.
- Explain what is going to happen in the assessment.
- Discuss confidentiality.
- Mindful interaction giving the client a moment if you see they are uncomfortable.
How do you establish building therapeutic relationships with clients?
- Build trust and report for empathetic listening and normalising their feelings.
- Collaborating by having the point identify their main issues.
- Active listening by reflecting and summarising the client’s fourth feelings
