NR605 Final Exam
What is the basis of CBT? Name some main principles of CBT ANS: 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? ANS: 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. ANS: Aaron Beck
What are some diagnosis' that can be treated with CBT? ANS: 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. ANS: COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
Name some different kinds of cognitive distortions ANS: 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?
ANS: 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. ANS: Socratic dialogue. It is
when the therapist or PMHNP asks questions 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? ANS: 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 ANS: 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 client and therapist may choose to explore a behavioral rehearsal using
role-play ANS: Behavioral rehearsal
CBT therapists may prescribe specific readings or self-help books related to the client's condition as an
adjunct to in-session work. What behavioral technique is this? ANS: Bibliotherapy
What is the basis of CBT? Name some main principles of CBT ANS: 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? ANS: 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. ANS: Aaron Beck
What are some diagnosis' that can be treated with CBT? ANS: 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. ANS: COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
Name some different kinds of cognitive distortions ANS: 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?
ANS: 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. ANS: Socratic dialogue. It is
when the therapist or PMHNP asks questions 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? ANS: 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 ANS: 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 client and therapist may choose to explore a behavioral rehearsal using
role-play ANS: Behavioral rehearsal
CBT therapists may prescribe specific readings or self-help books related to the client's condition as an
adjunct to in-session work. What behavioral technique is this? ANS: Bibliotherapy
