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Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between television and its viewers according to cognitive psychology?
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In cognitive psychology, what is the primary goal of cognitive therapy (CT) as identified by a nurse working in a psychiatric facility?
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To encourage patients to rely solely on medication for symptom management
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To focus exclusively on resolving unconscious conflicts from childhood
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To help patients identify and modify distorted thinking patterns that contribute to emotional distress
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To promote group activities as the main method for improving mental health
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Understand that cognitive therapy (CT) is a form of psychotherapy focused on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Recognize that the primary goal of CT is to help patients become aware of and identify distorted or maladaptive thinking patterns.
Learn that once these distorted thoughts are identified, CT aims to modify or challenge them to reduce emotional distress and improve mental health.
Note that CT does not rely solely on medication, nor does it focus exclusively on unconscious conflicts from childhood, which are more related to psychoanalytic approaches.
Understand that while group activities can be beneficial, CT primarily uses individual cognitive restructuring techniques rather than group methods as the main intervention.
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