Cognition: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Question 1

CBT Define

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A form of psychological counselling/psychotherapy aimed at helping people recognise and change the thought patterns and behaviours that feed their health problems

Question 2

Steps

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1. Identifying troubling situations or conditions in your life
2. Become aware of your thoughts, emotions and beliefs about these problems
3. Identify negative or inaccurate thinking
4. Reshape negative or inaccurate thinking

Question 3

Step 1: Identify problem

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You and the therapist may spend time deciding what problems and goals to focus on

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Step 2: Awareness of thoughts and emotions

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Once you’ve identified the problems to work on, your therapist will encourage you to share your thoughts on them

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Step 3: Identify negative or inaccurate thinking

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Helps to recognise patterns of thinking and behaviour that may be contributing to your problem

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Step 4: Reshape negative of inaccurate thinking

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Ask yourself whether your view is based on fact or an inaccurate perception

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Limitations

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• Patient must commit themselves to the process or it will not be effective
• Is not quick
• May not be suitable for people who have more complex health needs or learning difficulties

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Strengths

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• One of the most effective treatments for conditions where anxiety or depression is the main problem
• The psychological therapy with the widest and broadest evidence base
• Reduces relapse of depression more than antidepressant medication