The nurse is co-leader of a group. The guidelines followed by the leaders include focusing on recognizing dysfunctional behavior and thinking patterns, then identifying and practicing alternate behaviors and thinking that are more adaptive
What theory is represented by this group approach? a. Behavioral
b. Interpersonal
c. Psychodynamic
d. Cognitive-behavioral
D
The characteristics described are those of cognitive-behavioral therapy, in which patients learn to reframe dysfunctional thoughts and extinguish maladaptive behaviors. Behavioral therapy focuses solely on changing behavior rather than thoughts, feelings, and behaviors together. Interpersonal theory focuses on interactions and relationships. Psychodynamic groups focus on developing insight to resolve unconscious conflicts.
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