Therapy - REBT

What is REBT a form of?

REBT is a form of CBT

What is the main focus of REBT?


The main focus of REBT is changing irrational thought patterns and replace irrational and self-defeating thoughts

Who developed REBT and when?


Albert Ellis in the 1950s developed REBT

What did Albert Ellis originally name REBT?

REBT was originally called ‘rational therapy’

What does the 'ABC' in the ABC model stand for?


ABC model:

A = Activating event

B = Beliefs about event

C = Consequences

What is the purpose of the ABC model?

The purpose of the ABC model is to illustrate the relationship between events and emotional responses

What additional components were added to the ABC model?

D = Disputing irrational beliefs

E = Effects of disputing

What are the 3 types of disputing in REBT?

Disupting:

1. Logical = ‘Does this make sense?’

2. Empirical = ‘Where is the proof?’

3. Pragmatic = ‘Does this help me?’

What is mustabatory thinking?

Mustabatory thinking is irrational beliefs people hold

How do mustabatory beliefs affect individuals?

Mustabatory beliefs lead to emotional distress

What does Ellis emphasise in therapy?

Ellis emphasises self-acceptance and unconditional positive regard in therapy

What is the goal of therapy according to Ellis?

The goal of therapy is to move toward a balanced and rational mindset

What is one strength of REBT?

Strength:

• REBT is more effective or equal to other types of therapy (e.g. systemtic desensitisation)

• Silverman et al. reviewed studies that used REBT: 49 more effective/ 40 showed no difference

What is one weakness of REBT?

Weakness:

• REBT doesn’t always work

• Ellis (2001) believed that patients weren’t revising their beliefs and putting them into action