________ Is Not a Strategy Often Incorporated into Cognitive Behavioural

question 29

Multiple Choice

________ is not a strategy often incorporated into cognitive behavioural treatment of health anxiety.

• A) Focusing on improving the patient's general life satisfaction
• B) Stress management
• C) Ensuring that the patient's family is not involved in treatment
• D) Mindfulness

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Definitions:

Progressive Meditation

A meditation technique that involves gradually deepening levels of relaxation or mindfulness, often aiming for an incremental enhancement of mental clarity and emotional calmness.

Learned Optimism

The practice of recognizing and challenging negative thoughts in order to develop a more positive outlook.

Social Support

The perception and actuality that one is cared for, has assistance available from other people, and that one is part of a supportive social network.

Optimism

A mental attitude reflecting a belief or hope that the outcome of some specific endeavor, or outcomes in general, will be positive, favorable, and desirable.