Which of the Following Is the BEST Example of a Cognitive-Behavioral

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the BEST example of a cognitive-behavioral technique that Aaron Beck might use to treat depression?

• A)Reinforce patient with discounts on therapy for showing up on time
• B)Ask patient to speak freely without editing him/herself
• C)Schedule activities to counter inactivity and focus on depressive feelings
• D)Provide empathy, understanding, and acceptance of the patient's depressive feelings

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Range

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Stacked Bar Chart

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Stem-and-Leaf Display

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