A Psychologist Is Working with Tony to Help Him Control

question 30

Multiple Choice

A psychologist is working with Tony to help him control his anger when he disagrees with his boss.The psychologist teaches Tony specific self-statements that he can use in the situation,so that Tony is less likely to get angry and argue with his boss and more likely to walk away.Which cognitive behavior modification procedure is being used?​

• A) ​cognitive coping skills training
• B) ​cognitive adaptation training
• C) ​cognitive restructuring
• D) ​systematic rational restructuring

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Definitions:

Cognitive Consistency

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to maintain consistency among their cognitions, leading to changes in attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors when inconsistencies occur.

Festinger and Carlsmith's Experiment

A psychological study on cognitive dissonance which demonstrated how attitude change can result from forced compliance behavior.

Enjoyable

Experiences or activities that provide pleasure, satisfaction, or joy, making them desirable to engage in.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

The Cognitive Dissonance Theory proposes that people experience discomfort (dissonance) when their beliefs or actions contradict each other, prompting them to alter their attitudes or behaviors to reduce the dissonance.