Unmasking Your Core Beliefs
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Which of the following is NOT a common unhealthy core belief?

  • I am inadequate
  • I am worthless
  • I am unlovable
  • I am perfect (correct)

    • What are core beliefs?

  • Absolute statements that seem true in all situations (correct)
  • Learned later in life
  • Easily accessible thoughts
  • Statements that seem true in some situations

    • When are core beliefs targeted in short-term CBT?

  • Always
  • Only in severe cases
  • Never
  • Only in long-term therapy (correct)

    • What is the difference between Beck's Cognitive Therapy (CT) and Ellis' Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)?

    <p>CT focuses on the therapeutic relationship more than REBT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Socratic Questioning?

    <p>A unique questioning approach to encourage critical thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should Socratic Questioning be used?

    <p>In various stages of therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using Socratic Questioning to explore 'Evidence for'?

    <p>To build up a balanced view of the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category of cognitive biases associated with negative automatic thoughts?

    <p>Self-reproach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evaluating the extent to which a negative automatic thought is believed?

    <p>To decide if it should be addressed in therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model suggests that the vulnerability of a person plays a role in whether a stressor leads to psychological problems?

    <p>Diathesis-stress model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the early focus of therapy when working with negative automatic thoughts?

    <p>Testing the validity of thoughts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category of dysfunctional assumptions?

    <p>Self-reproach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of focusing on dysfunctional assumptions later in therapy?

    <p>To prevent relapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating psychological problems?

    <p>Meds and CBT have similar effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

    <p>A form of psychotherapy that focuses on changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are automatic thoughts in CBT?

    <p>Streams of negative thoughts that appear spontaneously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are schemas (or schemata) in CBT?

    <p>General, overarching core beliefs about oneself, the world, and the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general approach of CBT?

    <p>Modifying cognitive distortions to reduce emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is probability overestimation in CBT?

    <p>The cognitive error of believing that an unlikely event is likely to happen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CBT aim to change?

    <p>Maladaptive ways of thinking and acting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of collaboration in CBT?

    <p>Therapist and client work together to achieve therapeutic goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key attitude of a therapist in Solution-Focused Questioning (SQ)?

    <p>Showing empathy and curiosity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended frequency of CBT sessions?

    <p>Once a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is widely used in CBT that involves clients completing assigned readings?

    <p>Bibliotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of homework in CBT?

    <p>To reinforce learning and practice skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended length of a typical CBT session?

    <p>60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the attitude difference highlighted in Padesky's work on changing minds in CBT?

    <p>Being open to other possibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Solution-Focused Questioning?

    <p>Finding solutions and possibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of Solution-Focused Questioning treatment?

    <p>11-20 sessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Core Beliefs and Cognitive Therapy

    • Core beliefs are deeply held, absolute, and rigid beliefs about oneself, others, and the world.
    • In short-term Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), core beliefs are targeted later in therapy, after negative automatic thoughts have been addressed.

    Beck's Cognitive Therapy (CT) vs. Ellis' Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

    • Beck's CT focuses on identifying and changing negative automatic thoughts and underlying core beliefs.
    • Ellis' REBT focuses on identifying and disputing irrational beliefs.

    Socratic Questioning

    • Socratic Questioning is a technique used in CBT to explore and examine a person's thoughts and beliefs.
    • It should be used to help clients identify and evaluate their negative automatic thoughts and underlying core beliefs.
    • The purpose of using Socratic Questioning to explore 'Evidence for' is to help clients evaluate the evidence for and against their negative automatic thoughts.

    Cognitive Biases

    • Cognitive biases are systematic errors in thinking that can contribute to negative automatic thoughts.
    • Examples of cognitive biases include all-or-nothing thinking, overgeneralization, and mental filter.

    Negative Automatic Thoughts

    • The purpose of evaluating the extent to which a negative automatic thought is believed is to help clients identify and challenge their thoughts.
    • The early focus of therapy when working with negative automatic thoughts is to help clients identify and monitor their thoughts.

    Diathesis-Stress Model

    • The Diathesis-Stress Model suggests that the vulnerability of a person plays a role in whether a stressor leads to psychological problems.

    Dysfunctional Assumptions

    • Dysfunctional assumptions are rigid, absolute, and unhelpful beliefs about oneself, others, and the world.
    • The purpose of focusing on dysfunctional assumptions later in therapy is to help clients identify and challenge their underlying beliefs.

    Medication and CBT

    • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can be used in conjunction with medication to treat psychological problems.
    • Medication can help reduce symptoms, while CBT can help clients address underlying thoughts and beliefs.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps clients identify and change negative automatic thoughts and underlying core beliefs.
    • CBT aims to change maladaptive thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.

    Automatic Thoughts and Schemas

    • Automatic thoughts are fleeting, unconscious thoughts that can contribute to negative emotions and behaviors.
    • Schemas (or schemata) are underlying, core beliefs about oneself, others, and the world.

    General Approach of CBT

    • The general approach of CBT is to identify and challenge negative automatic thoughts and underlying core beliefs, and replace them with more balanced and constructive ones.

    Probability Overestimation

    • Probability overestimation is a cognitive bias in which a person overestimates the likelihood of a negative event.

    Role of Collaboration in CBT

    • Collaboration is a key element of CBT, as clients work together with their therapist to identify and challenge their thoughts and beliefs.

    Solution-Focused Questioning (SQ)

    • Solution-Focused Questioning is a technique used in CBT to help clients identify and build on their strengths and resources.
    • A key attitude of a therapist in SQ is a non-judgmental, curious, and collaborative stance.

    CBT Sessions

    • The recommended frequency of CBT sessions is usually once a week.
    • The recommended length of a typical CBT session is usually 45-60 minutes.

    Homework in CBT

    • Homework is a technique used in CBT to help clients practice new skills and strategies outside of therapy sessions.
    • The main purpose of homework is to help clients apply what they have learned in therapy to their daily lives.

    Changing Minds in CBT

    • The attitude difference highlighted in Padesky's work on changing minds in CBT is the difference between a fixed, judgmental mindset and a growth, curious mindset.

    Solution-Focused Questioning Treatment

    • The main focus of Solution-Focused Questioning is to help clients identify and build on their strengths and resources.
    • The recommended duration of Solution-Focused Questioning treatment is typically 6-12 sessions.

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    Discover your core beliefs and their impact on your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with this quiz. Explore common unhealthy core beliefs and learn how they can influence your self-perception and relationships. Uncover the power of these deeply ingrained beliefs that often operate outside of our conscious awareness and discover strategies for challenging and transforming them.

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