The view that depressive thoughts produce depressive feelings and behaviors is a hallmark of ________.

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Cognitive therapy focuses on how thoughts (cognitive processes) influence feelings and behaviors, suggesting that changing maladaptive thoughts can lead to changes in feelings and behaviors, including reducing depressive symptoms. Behavior therapy primarily focuses on changing behaviors through conditioning and learning, with less emphasis on the role of thoughts.

The View That Depressive Thoughts Produce Depressive Feelings and Behaviors