Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Flashcards
1
Q
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
A
Treating mental disorders
based on both cog and behavioural techniques
Deals with thinking X challenging negative thoughts
2
Q
What does it focus on
A
Cog X emotional processes
Alongsie antipsychotics
NOT TREAT
Coping
3
Q
How long does it take
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5 x 20 sessions
10 days
4
Q
Aim
A
Identify irrational thoughts
E.g. hallucinations, delusions
Tries to modify
5
Q
Normalisation
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Makes it ordinary experience
X less frightening
6
Q
Reality testing
A
Examine liklihood beliefs are true
Challenges paranoia
7
Q
Behavioural techniques
A
Helps suffering
Turn towards directed behaviour
To improve general functioning
