Cognitive behavior therapy

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Cognitive Behavior Therapy

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (kɒɡnɪtɪv bɪˈheɪvjər θɛrəpi, abbreviated as CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that treats problems and boosts happiness by modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts.

Etymology

The term "Cognitive Behavior Therapy" is derived from two psychological concepts. "Cognitive" refers to mental processes like thinking and "Behavior Therapy" refers to a form of therapy focused on changing undesirable behaviors.

History

CBT was primarily developed through a merging of behavior therapy with cognitive therapy. These came together through the work of Dr. Aaron T. Beck, who believed that our thoughts are the primary influencers of our feelings and behaviors.

Method

CBT works by changing people's attitudes and their behavior by focusing on the thoughts, images, beliefs and attitudes that are held (a person's cognitive processes) and how these processes relate to the way a person behaves, as a way of dealing with emotional problems.

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