explain how the cognitive approach can treat depression

Question 1

What does CBT stand for

Answer 1

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Question 2

Explain the cognitive element of CBT

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Explain the behavioural element of CBT

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Explain Beck’s cognitive therapy

Answer 4

• 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

Question 5

What does REBT stand for

Answer 5

Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy

Question 6

Define irrational/dysfunctional thoughts

Answer 6

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

Question 7

How does REBT extend the ABC model proposed by Ellis

Answer 7

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Question 8

What is the intended effect of REBT

Answer 8

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

Question 9

What is the goal of behavioural activation

Answer 9

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