behavior therapy Flashcards
focuses of behavioral therapy
based on the scientific method
we can change maladaptive through conditioning
deals with the present
behavioral therapeutic goal
increase personal choice and create new conditions for learning and goals
behavioral therpist function and goal
conduct a thorough functional assessment
tend to be active and directive as consultants and problem solveers
ABC model
antecedents
behavior
consequences
behavioral therapy relationship
collaborative relationship but behavior strategies are what help direct clients to change (scientists instead of friend)
increasing, decreasing, or get rid of behavior
operant conditioning
teaching to cope w stress
progressive muscle relaxation
brief and graduated exposure to stress
in vivo desensitization
prolonged and or imaginal exposure
flooding
helps clients develope and achieve skills in interpersonal competence. clients correct their problematic behaviors in practice, then apply these new skills in daily life
social skills technique
choose specific behaviors they want to control or change. includes selecting goals, translating goals into target behaviors, self-monitoring, working out a plan for change, and evaluating an action plan
self management programs