Wanda's Weight Loss Counsellor Has Observed That She Has a Self-Defeating

question 57

Multiple Choice

Wanda's weight loss counsellor has observed that she has a self-defeating pattern of beliefs and cognitions about her ability to control her overeating. Specifically, when she eats something that is not allowed on her diet, she thinks "I have no willpower; I'll always be fat" and binges the rest of the day. Wanda's counsellor now is encouraging her to think "Well, I slipped on my diet at lunch. Relax, one slip isn't that bad. I'll get back on my diet right away!" The therapist is utilizing a technique called

• A) cognitive restructuring.
• B) positive reinforcement.
• C) self-monitoring.
• D) self-punishment.
• E) theory of reasoned behaviour.

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