cognitive behavioural therapy Flashcards
1
Q
what are the aims of CBT
A
to challenge negative thoughts and replace them with healthy thinking
2
Q
what does the cognitive approach suggest about people with mental health disorders
A
the process part of their thinking in faulty
3
Q
how does CBT begin
A
an initial assessment where the client and therapist will discuss issues
4
Q
what are the three main components of CBt
A
-dysfunctional thought diary
-cognitive restructuring
-pleasent activity scheduling
5
Q
what is the dysfuntcional thought diary
A
1-as homework the clients keep track of their negative thoughts
2-they record any traumatic events which may lead to negative thought patterns
3-they rate the negative responses and rate how much they believe it to be true
