CBT AO1

What is the aim of altering in the biological therapy of psychosurgery?

• Emotions and the unconscious

• Biological structures

• Social behaviors

• Cognitive processes

What do cognitive therapies aim to alter?

• Maladaptive thoughts

• Physical symptoms

• Social skills

• Emotional responses

What is one of the key assumptions of the cognitive approach regarding behavior?

• It is determined by external factors.

• It is explained by internal mental processes.

• It is influenced by physical health.

• It is solely based on genetics.

What is the general aim of CBT?

• To improve physical health

• To change a person's perceptions about the world

• To enhance memory skills

• To increase intelligence

What method is used in CBT to achieve its aim?

• Cognitive reconstruction

• Physical exercise

• Medication

• Hypnosis

What does cognitive reconstruction involve?

• Teaching new skills

• Questioning the patient's evidence base behind perceptions

• Providing medication

• Conducting physical tests

What are the three components of Beck's cognitive triad?

• The self, the world, the future

• The past, the present, the future

• Thoughts, emotions, behaviors

• Mind, body, spirit

In CBT, what is the client helped to change?

• Negative schemas

• Positive thoughts

• Physical habits

• Social interactions

Which of the following is NOT listed as an automatic negative thought in the cognitive approach?

• Mind reading

• Over generalising

• Labelling

• Meditation

What is the primary aim of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?

• To diagnose mental disorders

• To challenge negative maladaptive thoughts and replace them with healthy thinking

• To prescribe medication for mental health issues

• To provide long-term counseling