CBT as a treatment for depression

Question 1

What are the main aims of CBT

Answer 1

• to change the way patients think
• to change the way patients act (to reduce symptoms)

Question 2

How does CBT work?

Answer 2

• Patient goes to therapy, considers their thought process and how it impacts their feelings and behaviour
• They start changing irrational thoughts
• They start feeling better
• They are more likely to go outside and socialise, reducing symptoms