Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis Were Especially Concerned with Helping

question 57

Multiple Choice

Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis were especially concerned with helping a patient

• A)understand his or her past shortcomings in the context of the present.
• B)identify and modify distorted thoughts about him- or herself,others,and/or the world.
• C)to discontinue maladaptive negative reinforcement that led to avoidance of certain people or situations.
• D)to gain better insight into the underlying cause of one's psychological difficulties.

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Definitions:

Borderline

Often used in the context of Borderline Personality Disorder, it describes a mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships.

Obsessive-Compulsive

Relating to a mental disorder characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions).

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

A mental condition characterized by a long-term pattern of exaggerated self-importance, need for excessive attention, and lack of empathy for others.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Therapy that aims to elevate mood and rectify issues by revising dysfunctional thoughts, behaviors, and emotional responses.