Lecture Notes: Evidence Supporting & Not Supporting Theories
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What is the primary focus of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?

  • Correcting faulty information processing (correct)
  • Diagnosing mental health disorders
  • Enhancing memory capabilities
  • Promoting black and white thinking
  • Which term best describes the thoughts that automatically pop into one's head during the day according to the text?

  • Memory Flashbacks
  • Systematic Biases
  • Automatic Thoughts (ATs) (correct)
  • Rational Assumptions
  • What does the text suggest is a common characteristic of Automatic Thoughts (ATs)?

  • They are always positive
  • They are influenced by long-term memories
  • They are stable over time
  • They are situation-specific (correct)
  • In Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), what is the ultimate goal of addressing Automatic Thoughts (ATs)?

    <p>To remove systematic biases in thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the lecture notes mentioned in the text?

    <p>To highlight cross-situational rules and underlying assumptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can individuals infer from their actions?

    <p>Their actions may lead to disapproval by others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of conducting behavioral experiments as described in the text?

    <p>To validate new underlying assumptions through practical experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might an individual's expectations about the outcomes of actions often differ from reality, according to the text?

    <p>Because individuals excessively worry about disapproval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of personal suffering related to Bipolar Disorder?

    <p>Being stuck in the grief process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is dysfunction viewed in psychopathology?

    <p>As a breakdown in cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'deviance' refer to in the context of psychopathology?

    <p>Violating cultural norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of mental health assessment, what does 'danger' typically refer to?

    <p>The likelihood of violent behavior as a result of mental illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of clinical assessment?

    <p>To evaluate psychological, biological, and social factors in individuals with possible psychological disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assessment technique involves ruling out medical or physical causes for psychological symptoms?

    <p>Physical Examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of psychological testing?

    <p>To measure a person's performance on a particular task or assess personality, thoughts, feelings, &amp; behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of interview involves questions set out in a prescribed fashion and allows for the collection of standardized data?

    <p>Semi-structured Interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

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