CBT Flashcards
talking therapy
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CBT
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- a talking therapy that helps to identify and challenge irrational thoughts about behaviour
- can be linked with mindfulness
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how it works
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- patients are asked to identify their stressful thoughts and challenge them with evidence that opposes their views
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strength
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- organised: sessions are organised at set appointments with professionals which means they have structure and could even motivate the patient to attend
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weakness
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- practicality: people may be unable to attend these sessions for personal reasons or having a busy schedule, allowing for stress to worsen