Cognative Approach To Explaining Depression Flashcards
List the two cognitive psychologists theories that explain depression
Becks cognitive theory of depression
Ellis ABC model
According to Beck what is meant by faulty information processing?
When depressed we attend to negative aspects of a situation and ignore the positives. Blow small problems out of proportion and think in black and white.
Describe what is meant by negative self schemas
Interpret all information about ourselves in a negative way when depressed.
Describe what is meant by the negative triad
A person develops develops a dysfunctional view of the world, future and the self
Describe Becks supporting evidence (AO3)
Grazioli and Terry: assessed 65 pregnant women for cognitive vulnerability and depression before and after birth.
Women judged to have high cognitive vulnerability more likely to have post natal depression
Suggests depression is linked to faulty information processing
Explain Becks practical application to CBT (AO3)
Beck forms the basis of CBT
All cognitive aspects of depression can be identified and challenged in CBT. Include components of negative triad that are easily identifiable. Strength as it translates into therapy.
What does Ellis ABC model suggest
Good mental health is the result of rational thinking.
Anxiety and depression is a result of irrational thoughts.
What does the A,B,C stand for in ellis ABC model?
A Activating event
B Beliefs
C Consequences
What is meant by Activating event?
We get depressed when we experience negative event which triggers irrational beliefs eg. Failing a test
Describe what is meant by Beliefs
Must always succeed - Musturbation
I can’t stand it’s itis - major disaster whenever something negative happens
Utopianism - life is always meant to be fair
What is meant by Consequences
When an activating event triggers irrational beliefs there are emotional and behavioural consequences
Describe why Ellis explanation is only partial (AO3)
No doubt some cases of depression follow an activating event (reactive depression) which seen as a different kind.
Ellis explanation only applies to some cases of depression.
Describe Ellis practical application to CBT (AO3)
Led to successful therapy
Idea that challenging irrational thoughts and negative beliefs a person can reduce depression. Supports basic theory that irrational thoughts have a role in depression.
