Unit 3 - LAC2 - Treatments: CBT & guided self help Flashcards
What is the cognitive aim in CBT?
To identify irrational or negative thoughts causing depression (thought catching), challenge them, and turn them into more rational and positive thinking.
What is the behavioural aim in CBT?
To put effective behaviours into place by encouraging clients to engage in enjoyable activities, improving mood and reducing negative thoughts.
What is the cognitive strategy used in CBT?
Empirical disputing, where the therapist asks for evidence to challenge irrational or negative thoughts and prove them incorrect.
How does a therapist implement cognitive strategies in CBT?
By encouraging the client to test the reality of their beliefs, such as keeping a diary or seeking proof to challenge their assumptions.
What is the behavioural strategy used in CBT?
Behavioural activation, which encourages clients to engage in activities they once enjoyed, helping improve their mood and reduce negative thoughts
What does CBT identify as the cause of addictive behaviours?
Inaccurate thoughts and beliefs that lead to negative feelings, feeding anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
What is functional analysis in CBT for addiction?
A process where the therapist and client identify distorted thoughts and irrational beliefs that trigger cravings and addictive behaviours.
How does cognitive restructuring help with addiction in CBT?
It involves examining and changing recurring patterns of thoughts and feelings to more realistic and positive perspectives.
What is behaviour change in CBT?
Replacing harmful behaviours with healthier ones that are rewarded, creating positive emotions and making the new behaviours automatic over time
What is the focus of CBT for stress?
Identifying how negative thoughts and behaviours increase stress and learning new ways to reduce stress and cope effectively with triggers.
What can individuals expect after CBT for stress?
To feel more at ease, in control, and better equipped to handle life’s stressful situations.
What is guided self-help in CBT?
A structured, collaborative treatment where individuals use self-help materials with therapist support to manage stress and develop coping techniques
What are the main elements of guided self-help sessions?
Setting an agenda for each session.
Identifying priorities and goals.
Using guided self-help materials.
Applying techniques to daily life.
Reviewing in-between session tasks.
Why are in-between session tasks important in guided self-help?
They allow clients to practice techniques in real-life situations, enabling them to develop skills through repeated practice and achieve long-term improvements.
What role does regular practice play in guided self-help?
Regular practice helps to embed new techniques, leading to lasting change and reduced stress levels
