#1
What is the primary goal of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
To change patterns of thinking and behavior
ExplanationCBT aims to alter thought and behavior patterns.
#2
Which component of CBT focuses on identifying and challenging irrational thoughts?
Cognitive restructuring
ExplanationCognitive restructuring targets irrational thoughts.
#3
What is the role of the therapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
To challenge and guide the client's thoughts and behaviors
ExplanationTherapist guides and challenges clients.
#4
Which technique in CBT involves teaching individuals to become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations without judgment?
Mindfulness meditation
ExplanationMindfulness meditation promotes awareness without judgment.
#5
Which psychological disorder is commonly treated using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
ExplanationCBT treats OCD.
#6
What is the main difference between cognitive restructuring and exposure therapy in CBT?
Cognitive restructuring focuses on changing thoughts, while exposure therapy focuses on confronting feared situations
ExplanationCognitive restructuring alters thoughts; exposure confronts fears.
#7
Which theorist is credited with the development of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Aaron Beck
ExplanationAaron Beck developed CBT.
#8
What does the 'ABC' model in CBT stand for?
Automatic thoughts, Beliefs, Consequences
ExplanationABC model: Automatic thoughts, Beliefs, Consequences.
#9
In CBT, what does exposure therapy involve?
Gradual exposure to feared situations or objects
ExplanationExposure therapy: gradual exposure to fears.
#10
What is a common goal of exposure therapy in CBT?
To desensitize individuals to feared stimuli
ExplanationExposure therapy desensitizes to fears.
#11
Which core principle of CBT suggests that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected?
Cognitive triad
ExplanationCognitive triad: thoughts, feelings, behaviors interconnected.
#12
What does 'homework' refer to in the context of CBT?
Assignments given to clients to practice new skills or apply insights gained in therapy sessions
ExplanationHomework: practice new skills or insights.
#13
Which aspect of CBT emphasizes the importance of identifying and modifying core beliefs?
Schema therapy
ExplanationSchema therapy modifies core beliefs.
#14
Which cognitive distortion involves predicting the worst possible outcome in a situation?
Catastrophizing
ExplanationCatastrophizing predicts worst outcomes.
#15
Which cognitive distortion involves viewing situations in black-and-white terms, with no middle ground?
All-or-nothing thinking
ExplanationAll-or-nothing thinking sees no middle ground.
#16
In CBT, what is the primary focus of behavioral experiments?
Testing the accuracy of thoughts and beliefs
ExplanationBehavioral experiments test thought accuracy.
#17
What does the acronym 'SMART' stand for in the context of goal setting in CBT?
Specific, Measurable, Accessible, Realistic, Timely
ExplanationSMART: Specific, Measurable, Accessible, Realistic, Timely.
#18
Which concept in CBT suggests that individuals may develop psychological problems due to negative early experiences and maladaptive beliefs?
Schema theory
ExplanationSchema theory: negative early experiences lead to maladaptive beliefs.
#19
Which type of cognitive distortion involves taking responsibility for events outside of one's control?
Personalization
ExplanationPersonalization: taking responsibility for uncontrollable events.