explain how the cognitive approach can treat depression Flashcards

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What does CBT stand for

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

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Explain the cognitive element of CBT

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CBT begins with an assessment in which the psychologist and patient work together to clarify the clients problems

They both identify goals and put together a plan to achieve them

They also identify irrational thoughts

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Explain the behavioural element of CBT

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CBT involves working together to challenge negative and irrational thoughts and put more effective behaviours into place

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Explain Beck’s cognitive therapy

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  • uses his triad to challenge (views of self, world, future)
  • aims to get patients to test the reality of their beliefs
  • sets patients homework “patients as a scientist”
  • homework can be used as evidence to prove the patients statements are incorrect
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What does REBT stand for

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Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy

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Define irrational/dysfunctional thoughts

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Thoughts that infer with a persons happiness often leading to mental disorders

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How does REBT extend the ABC model proposed by Ellis

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What is the intended effect of REBT

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to challenge irrational beliefs and break the link between negative life events and depression

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What is the goal of behavioural activation

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Depressed people can be more isolated and avoid difficult situations which worsen their symptoms

The goal of behavioural activation is to decrease avoidance and isolation and increase engagement in activities. This strategy have been shown to improve mood

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