Psychological Therapies

Question 1

what does MDD stand for?

Answer 1

major depressive disorder

Question 2

what does GAD stand for?

Answer 2

generalised anxiety disorder

Question 3

what does OCD stand for?

Answer 3

obsessive compulsive disorder

Question 4

what does CBT stand for?

Answer 4

cognitive behaviour therapy

Question 5

what conditions is CBT used for?

Answer 5

depression
anxiety 
phobias
OCD
PTSD

Question 6

how does CBT help?

Answer 6

therapist identifies thoughts, feelings and behaviours which are unhelpful or helpful
gives patient homework to challenge the unhelpful thoughts

Question 7

what is behavioural activation ?

Answer 7

activities function as avoidance from aversive thoughts and feelings
patients are taught to analyse unintended consequences of their way of responding

Question 8

what is IPT?

Answer 8

interpersonal map is constructed and focus area is maintained

Question 9

what does MI stand for ?

Answer 9

motivational interviewing

Question 10

what are the principles of MI?

Answer 10

express empathy
avoid argument
support self efficacy

Question 11

what are the four stages of change?

Answer 11

contemplation
planning
maintenance
pre-contemplation