cognitive approach to explaining depression ao3

Question 1

how did hammen and krantz, and bates et al show support for negative schemas

Answer 1

hammen and krantz - support for the idea that negative outlook contributes to depression. depression leads to irrational decisions and logical errors in interpreting language and data
bates et al - negative thinking and depression are related but not causally. negative thinking develops out of depression, and depression contributes to negative/irrational thoughts

Question 2

how is zhang et al and biological factors a weakness of the cognitive explanation for depression

Answer 2

biological approach explains depression in terms of serotonin levels. there are genetic factors that increase the likelihood of depression by up to 1000%. drug treatments suggest an important role played by neurotransmitters. genetic disposition towards depression explains disposition towards negative outlook. depression may not have the relationship to irrational thinking that others have described

Question 3

how is practical application to cbt a strength of the cognitive explanation for depression

Answer 3

has led to successful therapy. by challenging irrational beliefs a person can reduce their depression