The First Step in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Is To

question 98

Multiple Choice

The first step in cognitive-behavioral therapy is to:

• A) teach the child to recognize situations that trigger anger or aggressive impulses.
• B) teach the child to learn to analyze their thoughts in these situations.
• C) teach the child to consider different interpretations of events/behaviors.
• D) teach the child adaptive problem solving skills.

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Definitions:

Targeted Entrapment

A law enforcement strategy where an officer induces someone to commit a crime they otherwise may not have, typically to catch individuals predisposed to illegal activities.

Morally Problematic

Situations or actions that raise ethical concerns or dilemmas due to potential conflicts with moral principles.

Shock the Conscience

A legal standard describing actions that are so unjust or brutal that they offend fundamental fairness or moral principles.

Kleinig

Refers to John Kleinig, an ethicist known for his work on policing ethics, moral philosophy, and professional ethics.