Margo tells her mother and father, "You are the ones who make me feel so angry and caused me to scream and throw things.I would be happy if it weren't for you." According to REBT, Margo

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According to REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy), Margo's statement reflects an irrational belief that she cannot control her emotions and that her parents are the cause of her distress. The belief that others are responsible for our emotions is a common cognitive distortion that can lead to negative emotions and maladaptive behaviors. In this case, Margo needs to recognize that she has control over her emotions and learn to challenge and replace her irrational beliefs with more rational ones.

Margo Tells Her Mother and Father, "You Are the Ones