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Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 954 of 2368

Which description matches the focus of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

  1. Exploring childhood events in depth to find the cause of symptoms
  2. Recognizing distorted thinking and changing current thoughts and behaviors
  3. Using a group of 5 to 15 people to share experiences
  4. Encouraging the client to accept feelings without changing thinking
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Correct answer: Recognizing distorted thinking and changing current thoughts and behaviors

CBT helps clients recognize distorted thinking and focuses on current situations, thoughts, and behaviors rather than past events.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Mental Health Conditions: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026