The key principles of cognitive behavioural therapy

Fenn, Kristina; Byrne, Majella

doi:10.1177/1755738012471029

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The key principles of cognitive behavioural therapy

Fenn, Kristina, Byrne, Majella·2013·InnovAiT: Education and inspiration for general practice

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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) explores the links between thoughts, emotions and behaviour. It is a directive, time-limited, structured approach used to treat a variety of mental health disorders. It aims to alleviate distress by helping patients to develop more adaptive cognitions and behaviours. It is the most widely researched and empirically supported psychotherapeutic method. This strong evidence base is reflected in clinical guidelines, which recommend it as a treatment for many common mental health disorders.

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Authors: Fenn, K., & Byrne, M.
Affiliations: University of London (GB)
ORCID: Fenn, Kristina
Venue: InnovAiT: Education and inspiration for general practice
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Published: 2013-09
Volume: 6
Issue: 9
Pages: 579-585
ISSN: 1755-7380 (ISSN-L)
1755-7399
DOI: 10.1177/1755738012471029
OpenAlex: W2057065276
Cited by: 363
References: 24
Citations by year: 2026: 50 · 2025: 55 · 2024: 70 · 2023: 72 · 2022: 39 · 2021: 31 · 2020: 27 · 2019: 13 · 2018: 4 · 2017: 1 · 2015: 1
FWCI: 0.45
Type: journal article
Language: en
Open access: closed
Licence: journals.sagepub.com/page/policies/text-and-data-mining-license (tdm)
Locations: InnovAiT Education and inspiration for general practice (publishedVersion)
Topics: Social Sciences › Psychology › Experimental and Cognitive Psychology › Anxiety, Depression, Psychometrics, Treatment, Cognitive Processes
Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Psychological Treatments and Assessments
Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Psychotherapy Techniques and Applications
Keywords: cognitive behavioral therapy, mental illness, adaptive cognition, psychotherapy, evidence-based treatment, clinical guidelines

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