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What is the basis of CBT? Name some main principles of CBT -Correct Answers
✔-It focuses on how well individuals can adapt cognitively and functionally to
their environments. So it believes that the healthier a person acts behaviorally that
is due to how well they deal with situations such as sudden life instances which
then reflects on their behavior. It is a common, short-term , goal oriented
psychotherapy that is useful alone or in conjunction with other therapy. CBT puts
emphasis on client ownership and self-confidence in the change process.
Psychoeducation is a huge aspect of CBT- so HW may be given such as reading a
book or ETC to aid with learning or some activity prescribed to the persons deficit.
Dysfunctional thoughts are rooted in irrational assumptions.
Dysfunctional thinking and learned patterns of maladaptive behavior contribute to
psychological problems.
Individuals can learn more adaptive behaviors which can relieve symptoms and
improve quality of life.
CBT is positive and stresses collaboration and active participation.
CBT includes action plans in the form of therapy homework,
What is the goal of CBT? -Correct Answers ✔-To help patient observe, evaluate,
monitor and adapt the patient's problematic views and behaviors toward a more
hopeful, flexible inclusive and rational confidence skill set. Cognitive and
behavioral skill training that includes the person's goals and abilities in a
respectful, collaborative, structured manner is the hallmark of CBT-based
psychotherapy.
______ is the founder of CBT. -Correct Answers ✔-Aaron Beck
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What are some diagnosis' that can be treated with CBT? -Correct Answers ✔-
Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, tinnitus,
schizophrenia
Severe mental illness and substance abuse. CBT can be used to treat many
disorders, it is the most effective psychotherapy.
__________ are faulty, exaggerated, or irrational thinking patterns that cause
individuals to inaccurately perceive reality, which can lead to negative emotions
and psychopathological states, including depression and anxiety. One of the aims
of CBT is to help clients recognize and address cognitive distortions to improve
psychological health. -Correct Answers ✔-COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
Name some different kinds of cognitive distortions -Correct Answers ✔-all or
nothing thinking
overgeneralizing
filtering
mind reading
etc
What are two cognitive techniques in CBT that be used to relieve our patients of
cognitive distortions? -Correct Answers ✔-Socratic dialogue-SD can be used to
facilitate cognitive reappraisal, information processing, emotional regulation, and
support treatment processes.
Decatastrophizing is a cognitive restructuring technique used to explore fears and
help challenge catastrophic thinking. Decatastrophizing involves examining the
outcome the client considers to be the "worst possible" and developing a plan of
action to address that outcome to decrease anxiety.
What is the hallmark cognitive technique of CBT therapy? and explain it. -Correct
Answers ✔-Socratic dialogue. It is when the therapist or PMHNP asks questions
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that will help lead the patient to express and work through cognitive distortions
that they may feel or have convinced themselves. Its also known as a mutual
discovery. The questions are outlined based on such: memory, translation,
interpretation, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
Example: I waved at my friend from afar. They didn't wave back-they dont like
me.
What made you come to that assumption?
Why do you think that is the conclusion you settled on?
It is more important to allow the patient to answer their own question vs.
answering for them.
What are some behavioral techniques used in CBT? -Correct Answers ✔-
Assertiveness training:
Behavioral rehearsal: example the exchange btwn Mickey and I with my therapist.
Contingency Management: a paycheck after a job is complete.
Bibliotherapy: prescribed readings related to the persons difficulty
This behavioral technique can assist clients who are experiencing symptoms of
depression, anxiety, and low self-worth. It may help clients learn how to express
their point of view in a respectful manner. The client and therapist may use role-
play to practice verbal and nonverbal behaviors and improve assertiveness -Correct
Answers ✔-Assertiveness training
This behavioral technique can assist clients who experience anxiety with social
skills or interactions with others. Rehearsal may be conducted using guided
imagery where the client pictures themselves responding appropriately, or the
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NR605- Final Exam Questions And
Answers 2025
What is the basis of CBT? Name some main principles of CBT -Correct Answers
✔-It focuses on how well individuals can adapt cognitively and functionally to
their environments. So it believes that the healthier a person acts behaviorally that
is due to how well they deal with situations such as sudden life instances which
then reflects on their behavior. It is a common, short-term , goal oriented
psychotherapy that is useful alone or in conjunction with other therapy. CBT puts
emphasis on client ownership and self-confidence in the change process.
Psychoeducation is a huge aspect of CBT- so HW may be given such as reading a
book or ETC to aid with learning or some activity prescribed to the persons deficit.
Dysfunctional thoughts are rooted in irrational assumptions.
Dysfunctional thinking and learned patterns of maladaptive behavior contribute to
psychological problems.
Individuals can learn more adaptive behaviors which can relieve symptoms and
improve quality of life.
CBT is positive and stresses collaboration and active participation.
CBT includes action plans in the form of therapy homework,
What is the goal of CBT? -Correct Answers ✔-To help patient observe, evaluate,
monitor and adapt the patient's problematic views and behaviors toward a more
hopeful, flexible inclusive and rational confidence skill set. Cognitive and
behavioral skill training that includes the person's goals and abilities in a
respectful, collaborative, structured manner is the hallmark of CBT-based
psychotherapy.
______ is the founder of CBT. -Correct Answers ✔-Aaron Beck
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What are some diagnosis' that can be treated with CBT? -Correct Answers ✔-
Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, tinnitus,
schizophrenia
Severe mental illness and substance abuse. CBT can be used to treat many
disorders, it is the most effective psychotherapy.
__________ are faulty, exaggerated, or irrational thinking patterns that cause
individuals to inaccurately perceive reality, which can lead to negative emotions
and psychopathological states, including depression and anxiety. One of the aims
of CBT is to help clients recognize and address cognitive distortions to improve
psychological health. -Correct Answers ✔-COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
Name some different kinds of cognitive distortions -Correct Answers ✔-all or
nothing thinking
overgeneralizing
filtering
mind reading
etc
What are two cognitive techniques in CBT that be used to relieve our patients of
cognitive distortions? -Correct Answers ✔-Socratic dialogue-SD can be used to
facilitate cognitive reappraisal, information processing, emotional regulation, and
support treatment processes.
Decatastrophizing is a cognitive restructuring technique used to explore fears and
help challenge catastrophic thinking. Decatastrophizing involves examining the
outcome the client considers to be the "worst possible" and developing a plan of
action to address that outcome to decrease anxiety.
What is the hallmark cognitive technique of CBT therapy? and explain it. -Correct
Answers ✔-Socratic dialogue. It is when the therapist or PMHNP asks questions
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that will help lead the patient to express and work through cognitive distortions
that they may feel or have convinced themselves. Its also known as a mutual
discovery. The questions are outlined based on such: memory, translation,
interpretation, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
Example: I waved at my friend from afar. They didn't wave back-they dont like
me.
What made you come to that assumption?
Why do you think that is the conclusion you settled on?
It is more important to allow the patient to answer their own question vs.
answering for them.
What are some behavioral techniques used in CBT? -Correct Answers ✔-
Assertiveness training:
Behavioral rehearsal: example the exchange btwn Mickey and I with my therapist.
Contingency Management: a paycheck after a job is complete.
Bibliotherapy: prescribed readings related to the persons difficulty
This behavioral technique can assist clients who are experiencing symptoms of
depression, anxiety, and low self-worth. It may help clients learn how to express
their point of view in a respectful manner. The client and therapist may use role-
play to practice verbal and nonverbal behaviors and improve assertiveness -Correct
Answers ✔-Assertiveness training
This behavioral technique can assist clients who experience anxiety with social
skills or interactions with others. Rehearsal may be conducted using guided
imagery where the client pictures themselves responding appropriately, or the
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