Ch. 15 Concept Clips

Which of the following is NOT a goal of cognitive therapy? a. to eliminate "Pollyanna" thought processes and develop realistic patterns of thought b. to help people identify and challenge their negative thought patterns and beliefs c. to engage individuals in considering alternative ways of thinking d. to help people face their worst fears and figure out positive ways to cope with them

a

Cognitions can affect all of the following EXCEPT our ________. a. emotions b. reflexes c. behavior d. expectations

b

Nineteen-year-old Ryland thinks to herself, "I'll never find someone to love. I'll be old and gray and all alone." This is an example of ________.

maladaptive cognitions

What is cognition?

the way we think, process, and remember information

Engaging individuals in considering alternative ways of thinking is also known as ________.

cognitive restructuring