Describe and explain cognitive theory.

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Cognitive theory proposes that dysfunctional thinking is at the root of psychological disturbances. Rather than examine their inner world of fantasies and unconscious processes, patients learn to look at their thoughts in a more rational way, which produces more rational thinking.

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___________proposed a stage-based theory of cognitive development focused on the way human

thinking and intelligence develops and changes throughout the lifespan: a) Erik Erikson b) Jean Piaget c) Sigmund Freud d) Edmund Erikson

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Which is the first step of functional behavioral assessment?

a. Develop a plan of punishment for stopping the problem behavior. b. Develop a hypothesis about what conditions provoke the problem behavior. c. Identify the target problem behavior. d. Develop a plan to change the target behavior. e. Determine what seems to maintain the occurrence of the problem behavior.

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The N A S W code of ethics provides an overview of the code’s main functions and a guide for dealing with

a) ethical issues or dilemmas. b) unpleasant clients. c) scoring mental status exams. d) one’s own mental health concerns.

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Engaging in a sexual relationship with a client is grounds for legal action in what

number of states?

A. 39 states B. 43 states C. 45 states D. All 50 states

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