Which of the Following Is a Basic Goal of Cognitive

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a basic goal of cognitive therapy?

• A)to help clients uncover unconscious conflicts and sexual urges
• B)to help clients develop a closer match between real and ideal selves
• C)to help clients change irrational thoughts to rational thoughts
• D)to help clients complete unfinished business and become whole

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Definitions:

Naive Trust

entails a form of unquestioning trust or confidence in people or situations without sufficient skepticism or evidence.

Control Theory

suggests that social and personal relationships and commitments help individuals resist engaging in deviant or criminal behavior.

Deviance

refers to actions or behaviors that violate social norms, values, or laws, which can vary across different cultures and settings.

Positivists

Advocates of positivism, a philosophical theory that emphasizes the importance of empirical evidence and scientific methods for knowledge.