CBT for Children and Adolescents

Question 1

Cognitive Model

Answer 1

Maladaptive interpretations of thoughts regarding self/experiences/future exacerbates & perpetuates psychopathology

Depression:
self – unworthy
world – disapproving
future – hopeless

Anxiety:
self – inadequate
world – dangerous
future – uncertain

Anger:
self – mistreated by others
world – unfair and hostile

Question 2

CBT techniques

Answer 2

Psychoeducation

Cognitive restructuring

Problem solving

Changing self talk

Distraction refocusing

Positive self statement logs

Coping cards

Question 3

Identifying Feelings

Answer 3

Teaching children about feelings and how they can be confusing at times

Helping children identify emotions in themselves and others

Helping children identify what may trigger certain emotions

Understanding the physiological signs of certain emotions

Question 4

Cognitive Restructuring

Answer 4

Teaching children how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related

How thoughts can be modified in such a way to alter feelings and behaviors in response to various situations

Cognitive triangle – behaviors/thoughts/feelings

Question 5

Stress Inoculation or Coping Skills

Answer 5

Deep breathing

Progressive muscle relaxation

Positive self talk

Guided imagery