Question 1

The use of "musts" or "shoulds" implies a degree of rigidity. Albert Ellis called it musturbation. Aaron Beck named it dichotomous thinking.

Accepted Answer

The first line of the given text states that "The use of 'musts' or 'shoulds' implies a degree of rigidity." This is a true statement, as the use of these words often indicates a rigid or inflexible mindset.

Question 2

Creating a thought journal allows you to apply the ABC theory of emotions in practical situations.

Accepted Answer

A thought journal helps in identifying and challenging irrational beliefs and cognitive distortions, which is a core aspect of the ABC (Activating Event, Beliefs, Consequences) theory of emotions, facilitating its application in real-life scenarios.

Question 3

Negative self-talk, can lead to toxic thoughts.

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Negative self-talk can reinforce negative beliefs and attitudes, leading to a cycle of toxic thoughts that can affect mental health and well-being.

Question 4

You will experience fewer stress symptoms if you believe that stress is life enhancing, according to some experts.

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Research suggests that viewing stress as a helpful part of life can reduce the negative effects of stress on your health and well-being, making you more resilient to its impacts.

Question 5

If you can't challenge your negative thoughts, you can observe them internally.

Accepted Answer

Observing your thoughts internally without immediately challenging them is a mindfulness technique that allows you to acknowledge and understand your thoughts without judgment, which can be a step towards managing negative thinking patterns.

Question 6

This term represents a way of changing how you experience and respond to stressful situations by changing how you view them:

Accepted Answer

Cognitive restructuring involves changing the way you think about a situation to alter your emotional response to it.

Question 7

Based on the work of Crum, Salovey, and Achor (2013), people's beliefs about the effects of stress influence their stress experience. In particular,they found that people who believe that stress has enhancing effects

Accepted Answer

Crum, Salovey, and Achor (2013) found that individuals who perceive stress as having enhancing effects tend to experience fewer stress-related symptoms. This suggests that the perception of stress not only affects how one feels physically but also influences the psychological handling of stress.

Question 8

Which of the following best describes cognitive restructuring?

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Question 9

According to Karen Wyatt (2015), which of the following is not a key component when you evaluate the meaning of life?

Accepted Answer

Karen Wyatt (2015) discusses various components essential for evaluating the meaning of life, such as perspective, prioritization, preparation, and practice. However, permanence is not listed among these key components.

Question 10

According to REBT, we develop emotional disturbances because of

Accepted Answer

REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy) posits that it is not the events themselves that cause emotional disturbances, but rather our beliefs about those events. According to REBT, it is the irrational beliefs and interpretations we have about events that lead to emotional and behavioral issues.

Question 11

This psychologist was the originator of rational emotive behavior therapy.

Accepted Answer

Albert Ellis is recognized as the originator of rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on changing irrational beliefs that contribute to emotional and behavioral issues.

Question 12

In the ABC theory of emotions, the "A" represents:

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In the ABC theory of emotions, "A" stands for Activating Event, which is the initial situation or event that triggers the emotional response.

Question 13

Which of the following represents the key in Ellis' rational-emotive therapy to changing maladaptive emotions and behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Ellis' rational-emotive therapy focuses on identifying and disputing irrational or erroneous beliefs, which are seen as the key to changing maladaptive emotions and behaviors.

Question 14

In the ABC theory of emotions, the "C" represents:

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The "C" in the ABC theory of emotions stands for "emotional consequence," which refers to the feelings that result from one's beliefs and interpretations (A and B) about an event or situation.

Question 15

"I can't stand it any more" represents this irrational belief:

Accepted Answer

The statement "I can't stand it any more" is a classic example of low frustration tolerance, where an individual believes they cannot endure or handle a situation or discomfort, indicating an intolerance or impatience for discomfort or frustration.

Question 16

Explain why people fail to change their worrisome thoughts. What are some "secondary gains" from this failure people may reap?

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Quiz 6: Challenging Stressful Thinking