A common therapy used to treat anxiety and depression, known as _____, stresses that some behaviors are not controlled through rational thought, but, nevertheless, there are ways of helping people to think more rationally when thought does play a role.

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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) emphasizes the role of both cognition and behavior in affecting emotions, and aims to help individuals identify and change negative patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety and depression. CBT recognizes that irrational thoughts can contribute to negative emotions and behaviors, but also emphasizes that changing behavior can also lead to changes in thoughts and emotions.

A Common Therapy Used to Treat Anxiety and Depression, Known