Oliver is receiving therapy for unipolar depression. His therapist tells him that many-even most-of the negative thoughts that an individual experiences and records have no basis in fact. Which element of cognitive therapy does this represent?

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This represents challenging automatic thoughts, a key element of cognitive therapy, where the therapist helps the client to identify, question, and change the negative thoughts and beliefs that contribute to their depression.

Oliver Is Receiving Therapy for Unipolar Depression