Therapy: Main Components Of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Flashcards
What Are 3 Examples Of Techniques Used During CBT?
- Dysfunctional Thought Diary
- Cognitive Restructuring
- Pleasant Activity Scheduling
What Is A Dysfunctional Thought Diary?
A record of events that clients are asked to keep about any negative emotions experienced.
What Should A Client Do With Their Dysfunctional Thought Diary?
They should record automatic negative thoughts associated with negative emotions, and rate how much they believe in those thoughts (from 1-100%).
What Should A Client Do After They Have Recorded Their Negative Thoughts Into Their Dysfunctional Thought Diary?
Clients are required to write a rational response to the negative thoughts, then rating how much they believe the rational response (from 1-100%).
What Is The Final Step Of The Dysfunctional Thought Diary?
Clients should re-rate their belief in the automatic negative thoughts.
What Is Cognitive Restructuring?
Identifying and changing negative thought patterns.
What Is Cognitive Restructuring Also Known As?
‘Therapy during therapy’.
How Is The Negative Thinking Changed During Cognitive Restructuring?
By challenging dysfunctional thoughts and replacing them with constructive thoughts.
What Is Pleasant Activity Scheduling?
Asking the client to plan one pleasant activity per day.
What Are Examples Of A Pleasant Activity?
Something that gives a sense of accomplishment (e.g. working out) or something that involves a break from normal routine (e.g. walking a different way home).
Why Are Pleasant Activities Done As A Component Of CBT?
It is thought that pleasant activities will induce more positive emotions, reducing negative emotions.
What Must The Client Do After Their Pleasant Activity?
Keep a record of the experience, noting how they felt.
