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DescriptionDo you want to learn ways to overcome depression, anxiety, panic, phobias, social negative thinking attacks and improve anger management? If yes, then keep reading...Whether you're mildly depressed, you've spent countless years dealing with intense anxiety, or you're currently experiencing some other emotional discomfort, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) can help. CBT is a treatment modality that is used to help individuals change their maladaptive thinking patterns. The premise of this technique is that when a person changes his maladaptive thinking patterns that it leads to changes in emotion and behavior as well. This process requires a significant amount of self-awareness because participants not only work to adjust their mindsets but they have to make extensive changes in their behavioral patterns, as well. The combined changes in thinking and behavioral patterns alter how they feel about themselves and others so that they can experience a more balanced existence.The CBT process is an approach where individuals are encouraged to take full ownership of their own progress. Each participant must be dedicated to being a full participant in the process of change. It is important that you demonstrate a strong commitment to developing the skills that are taught through the completion of the homework assignments and other exercises that are necessary for the changes that you seek.Although many people work with a Therapist during the course of CBT treatment, this book can help you whether you see a Therapist or not. It just means that you have to be even more accountable to yourself for completing the techniques that are provided in the upcoming chapters of this book. This concept is stressed repeatedly in this section because it is in the actual completion of these exercises that you will see the most growth. You will find some of the tips about Cognitive Behavior Theraphy in the chapters of this book that include: -CBT starter guide- Goals setting-Identifying obstacles-Activate behavior-Identify and break negative thoughts-Change and identify your core beliefs-Maintain mindfulness-Manage excessive anger-The behavioral side of CBT-Support CBT-Decluttering your mind and life-The key to feeling goodIn fact, the homework and CBT strategies are what set this approach apart from other treatment modalities, such as talk therapy. It has been scientifically shown that when the techniques are mastered then you are more likely to see more positive behavioral and emotional changes. The CBT treatment approach focuses on helping the individual develop a specific skill set rather than just focusing on their present problem. It does recognize that ineffective thinking patterns and behaviors are often developed in childhood and influenced by traumatic experiences however the CBT process FOCUSES on the here and now. It has become a renowned treatment approach because it shows participants how to make immediate lifestyle changes by making immediate thinking and behavioral changes without attaching too much emphasis on the past. It is then the individual's responsibility to practice the newfound skills through mastering various techniques and exercises. Keep in mind that behavior is not just what you do but also includes avoidant type behavior. For instance, avoiding a bill collector's call is a behavior. The third component of CBT is therapy. Therapy is the process of curing, healing, or alleviating symptoms of a disorder. CBT helps to alleviate symptoms of a disorder by addressing specific cognitive and behavioral factors. Do you want to learn more? Don't wait anymore, press the buy now button and get started
