Behavior & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as discussed in the lecture notes.

Behavior Therapy

Focuses on observable behaviors and teaching skills using acceptance and change-oriented strategies.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that uses rewards and punishments to influence behavior.

Positive Reinforcement

The addition of something of value to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Negative Reinforcement

The removal of an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior.

Extinction

The process of withholding reinforcement to reduce a behavior.

Positive Punishment

Adding an aversive stimulus to decrease a behavior.

Negative Punishment

Removing a reinforcing stimulus to decrease behavior.

A-B-C model

A framework that includes Antecedents, Behaviors, and Consequences to understand behavior.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

A therapeutic approach that incorporates mindfulness practices to reduce stress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A type of therapy that focuses on changing thoughts to change emotions and behaviors.

Cognitive Distortions

Irrational or exaggerated thought patterns that can lead to negative emotions.

Multicultural Considerations

Recognizing the cultural influences on clients' beliefs, values, and attitudes in therapy.

Socratic Questioning

A form of guided questioning aimed at stimulating critical thinking and illuminating ideas.

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

A type of cognitive therapy that focuses on changing irrational beliefs.

Beck’s Cognitive Behavior Therapy

Focuses on empirical evidence and present-centered problem-solving.

Strengths-Based CBT

An approach that emphasizes clients' strengths and resources in therapy.

Exposure-Based Therapies

Therapeutic techniques that help individuals face and overcome their fears.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

A psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

A technique that involves tensing and relaxing muscle groups to reduce stress.