Discuss cognitive behavioral therapy for weight management. List all the 12 components of weight-management programs based on this type of therapy.

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Cognitive behavioral therapy are programs that last for a period of 12–16 weeks. They are designed to build knowledge, modify beliefs and attitudes, and integrate new behaviors through a combination of skills training and analysis of behavior and thought processes over a period of several weeks. Key features are helping the client recognize and replace automatic and irrational thoughts and beliefs (cognitive restructuring) and increasing awareness and control of cues associated with eating (stimulus control).The 12 components are 1) realistic goals, 2) caloric deficit, 3) meal plan, 4) skill development, 5) problem-solving techniques, 6) self-monitoring and self-management, 7) cognitive restructuring, 8) stress management, 9) support system, 10) regular exercise, 11) maintenance, and 12) long-term effectiveness.

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