Karteikarten: Foundations of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy — 10 Karten

CBT — definition?

Structured therapy targeting thoughts and behaviors.

CBT — what is it?

Structured, short-term therapy altering thoughts and behaviors.

Historical roots — key figure?

Aaron Beck in the 1960s.

Cognitive Distortions — define?

Irrational thought patterns contributing to negative emotions.

Cognitive distortions — role?

Maintain negative emotional states.

Behavioral Activation — purpose?

Encourages engaging in meaningful activities to reduce depression.

Cognitive Restructuring — process?

Challenging and replacing negative thoughts.

Exposure Therapy — goal?

Reduce anxiety by exposure to feared stimuli.

Cognitive Model — main idea?

Thoughts influence emotions and actions.

CBT — key difference from psychodynamic?

More structured, focused on conscious thoughts.