Cognitive Approach to Explaining Depression : Beck's Theory Flashcards
1
Q
What did Beck argue?
A
That some people are more vulnerable to depression than others
Their cognitions make them vulnerable
2
Q
name the 3 parts of cognitive vulnerability
A
- faulty information processing
- negative self-schemas
- The negative triad
3
Q
what is faulty information processing?
A
black and white thinking
ignoring positive aspects
blow small problems out of proportion
4
Q
define schema
A
package of ideas developed through experiences
acts as a mental framework for interpretation of info
5
Q
what is negative self-schema?
A
interpret info about ourselves in a negative way
6
Q
What is the negative triad?
A
refers to the 3 elements that lead someone to develop a dysfunctional view of themselves
7
Q
state the parts of the negative triad
A
negative…
view on the world
view on future
view on self
