The Use of Cognitive Psychotherapy for Medical Problems ______

question 45

Multiple Choice

The use of cognitive psychotherapy for medical problems ______.

• A) has not yet occurred
• B) was a primary focus of the early work of Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis but has declined in recent decades
• C) has been empirically demonstrated to be more beneficial than prescription medications for ulcers, diabetes, and influenza
• D) has increased significantly in recent decades

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Definitions:

Conservation

A cognitive development concept where children learn that properties like volume, mass, and number remain the same despite changes in the form of objects.

Egocentrism

The inability to differentiate between oneself and other people, often referring to a young child's understanding of the world.

Secure Attachment

A form of attachment where individuals feel confident and are able to form trusting, lasting relationships.

Safe Haven

A place of refuge or security, often used metaphorically to describe supportive environments that offer protection from stress or anxiety.