If you have started looking into therapy, you have probably come across two terms that sound almost identical: cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, usually shortened to CBT. They are often used as if they mean the same thing, and in everyday conversation they sometimes do. But there is a real difference between cognitive behavioral … Read more
Reviewed by Aamir Ranjha If you have ever thought, “I must be liked by everyone or I am worthless,” you have met the kind of belief Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is designed to challenge. REBT is a practical, action-oriented form of psychotherapy built on a simple idea: it is not the events in our … Read more
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents With Eating Disorders Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has emerged as a leading treatment for adolescents with eating disorders, offering a structured and evidence-based approach to managing and overcoming these complex conditions. This article explores the application of CBT in treating eating disorders in adolescents, including its principles, effectiveness, and the … Read more
Everyone has unhelpful thoughts from time to time. A single mistake can feel like a disaster, one critical comment can outweigh ten kind ones, and a worry about the future can feel like a fact. These patterns are known as unhelpful thinking styles, also called cognitive distortions. They are habitual ways of interpreting situations that … Read more