CBT

Question 1

Theory of Change

Answer 1

learning to modify dysfunctional thought patterns to cope with stressors in a more positive manner

Question 2

Treatment goals

Answer 2

Understanding connection between thoughts, feeling, and behavior

Question 3

Schemas

Answer 3

A network of rules or templates for information processing that are shaped by developmental influences and other life experiences. These rules dictate how individuals think about and interpret the world and play a role in regulating self-worth and coping skills. Changing schemas is a major target of CBT.

Question 4

Maladaptive Automatic Thoughts:

Answer 4

These are automatic thoughts that are typically centered on negative themes or distorted reflections that are accepted as true.

Question 5

Systematic Desensitization

Answer 5

Systematic desensitization pairs relaxation with exposure to something stressful. Clients are taught to relax in anxiety producing situations.

Question 6

Arbitrary Inference

Answer 6

Cognitive distortion that leads to drawing conclusions without evidence or facts to support those conclusions.

Question 7

Reframing

Answer 7

Thinking differently by “reframing” negative or untrue assumptions and
thoughts into ones that promote adaptive behavior and lessen anxiety and depression.

Question 8

Negative Cognitive Triad:

Answer 8

1. View of self (“I’m not worth anything.”)
2. View of the world (“Everybody hates me.”)
3. View of prospects for the future (“There are no hopes for my future.”)

Question 9

Cognitive Restructuring

Answer 9

Teaches the client to identify irrational, distorted, or
maladaptive beliefs, question the evidence for the belief, and generate alternative
responses.

Question 10

Exposure

Answer 10

Client faces fear stimuli without resorting to escape or avoidance maneuvers. Can be done in real life or with imagery

Question 11

Relaxation Training

Answer 11

Teaches the client to relax muscles to condition a relaxation response to counter tension.