CORRECT ANSWERS
What is Collaborative Empiricism in CBT? - Answer- A process where therapist and
client work together to test the validity of cognitive distortions.
What is Cognitive Behavior Modification? - Answer- A focus on changing the client's
self-talk through self-instructional training.
What are the three phases of Cognitive Behavior Modification? - Answer- 1. Self-
observation, 2. Starting a new internal dialogue, 3. Learning new coping skills.
What does Stress Inoculation Training involve? - Answer- Psychoeducation, problem-
solving, relaxation training, and exposure to anxiety-provoking stimuli.
What is the focus of CBT? - Answer- To change both dysfunctional thinking and
maladaptive behavior through structured and present-oriented techniques.
What populations are best suited for CBT? - Answer- Individuals with psychopathology
characterized by irrational, maladaptive, or dysfunctional thinking patterns.
What is the significance of cultural sensitivity in CBT? - Answer- Attention to cultural,
gender, sexuality, and spiritual issues is important to avoid minimizing client
experiences.
What is the role of cognitive homework in REBT? - Answer- To help clients practice
challenging their irrational beliefs outside of therapy sessions.
What techniques are used in REBT? - Answer- Emotive techniques like humor, role
play, and shame-attacking exercises, along with standard behavioral techniques.
What is the negative aspect of CBT regarding client symptoms? - Answer- CBT can be
perceived as blaming clients for their symptoms, which may arise from diversity bias.
What does CBT stand for? - Answer- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What are the foundational principles of CBT? - Answer- Operant Conditioning, Classical
Conditioning, Social Learning Theory, Cognitive Appraisal Theory