Behavioural Principles

Question 1

What does the behavioural model focus on in CBT?

Answer 1

How behaviour influences mood and perceptions. Uses behavioural principles.

Question 2

What are the behavioural principles of CBT?

Answer 2

Behavioural principals suggest that it is behaviour that influences the kinds of emotions and cognitions a person will have. For example, if a client suffers from low self-confidence, they might avoid public speaking. This behaviour (avoidance) is caused by low self-confidence, however, avoiding public speaking reinforces this low self-confidence and impacts on emotions and mood.