{"id":107326,"date":"2021-07-09T15:24:40","date_gmt":"2021-07-09T09:54:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=107326"},"modified":"2021-07-09T14:30:16","modified_gmt":"2021-07-09T09:00:16","slug":"what-is-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/health\/what-is-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt","title":{"rendered":"What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy often used to treat certain psychological disorders. Psychotherapy refers to the process of interaction with individuals through verbal and psychological techniques. The cognitive-behavioural therapy method identifies patterns of behaviour and thinking that are harmful and destructive in an individual\u2019s life. Cognitive-behavioural therapy aims to identify those behaviours and replace those thoughts with more positive and realistic ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Cognitive-behavioural therapy is used to treat certain psychological disorders, such as:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Depression<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Anxiety disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Eating disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Phobias<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sleeping disorder<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bipolar disorder<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Schizophrenia<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Personality disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Panic disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cognitive-behavioural therapy is also helpful and effective in helping cope up with adverse incidents or traumas as well, including:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Personal loss<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Divorce or Separation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Poor self-esteem<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chronic illnesses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Managing stress<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Manage emotions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cognitive-behavioural therapy is beyond just identifying patterns of behaviour and techniques. For example, therapists use different methods during cognitive behavioural therapy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Following are some techniques of the cognitive-behavioural techniques used by therapists:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Identifying the problems-\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The first and most crucial step is identifying negative thoughts, beliefs, or feelings that lead to mental distresses. Although it may be difficult, it is an essential part of the treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">New skills practice-\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This technique refers to practising coping strategies to overcome negative thoughts or harmful habits such as substance abuse.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Setting goals-\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This technique refers to setting up specific plans to establish a good habit for life. Therapists help you set goals, which can be long-term or short-term, to improve your health and quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Problem-solving-\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The problem-solving technique is vital in cognitive-behavioural therapy, so the problems that cause mental distresses can be identified and solved accordingly.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Self-monitoring-<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0In this part of the treatment, individuals observe their behaviours, thoughts, or symptoms and note them. Later on, they share it with their therapist. This technique helps the individuals be aware of what they go through, and it helps the therapist gain a proper understanding of the individual to provide the best treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy beneficial?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It encourages individuals to\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">identify their negative thoughts or feelings<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">how it is causing destruction<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0in their lives. It also enables them to\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">shift those negative thoughts<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0into\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">more realistic<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">healthier thoughts.<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is one of the most popular forms of psychological treatment as its<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0results are visible quickly.<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CBT is much\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">more affordable<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0in comparison to other types of therapies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It does not require medications, so<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0lesser chances of side effects<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0caused by the medicines.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy<\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the most successful and widely used forms of therapy in treating certain psychological disorders. The process focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behaviour and strategizing ways to solve them, making it successful.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Cognitive-behavioural therapy effectively helps in managing:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eating disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Insomnia<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain or any mood disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Symptoms of depression and anxiety<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Substance abuse disorders<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The effectiveness of cognitive-behavioural therapy can get determined by the efforts it requires.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy often used to treat certain psychological disorders. Psychotherapy refers to the process of interaction with individuals through verbal and psychological techniques. 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