Carrie Tells Her Therapist That When She Interacts with the Opposite

question 71

Multiple Choice

Carrie tells her therapist that when she interacts with the opposite gender,she feels extremely anxious and a cascade of negative opinions arise in her mind.In response to Carrie's statement,her therapist asks her to picture a red light whenever such opinions arise in her mind.In to this scenario,which of the following cognitive therapy techniques has been implemented by Carrie's therapist?

• A)thought stopping
• B)guided association
• C)distraction
• D)decatastrophize

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Definitions:

Two-factor Theory

A psychological theory that posits that emotions are based on two factors: physiological arousal and cognitive labeling of that arousal.

Schachter-Singer Theory

A theory of emotion that states emotions are determined by physiological arousal and its interpretation, based on environmental cues.

Cannon-Bard Theory

A theory of emotion that proposes emotions and physiological responses occur simultaneously and independently.

Cognitive Label

The identification or interpretation of a feeling once physiological arousal has occurred.