Ellis’s ABC Model Flashcards

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What does ABC stand for?

A

A: Activating event trigger
B : beliefs which are irrational this then produces
C : consequences- an emotional response

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What does the ABC model explain ?

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Explains depression and irrational thinking

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3
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Is the ABC model a reductionist approach?

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Yes as it is simplistic as it ignores other factors

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4
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What are some examples of irrational beliefs?

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I must always achieve perfection
My past history determines my present behaviour
I need someone stronger than myself to rely on

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5
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AO3 :

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Partial explanation
Practical application in CBT
Doesn’t explain all aspects of depression

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Partial explanation?

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Practical application in CBT

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Led to successful therapy
Idea that by challenging negative beliefs a person can reduce their depression supported by evidence( Lipsky et al 1980)
Supports that irrational belief had some roles in the depression

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Doesn’t explain all aspects of depression?

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Doesn’t explain the anger associated with depression or the fact that some people suffer from delusions and hallucinations.

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