Question

Behavioral therapy focuses on changing __________, while cognitive-behavioral therapy focuses on changing __________.

Answer 1

The answer is C maladaptive behaviors . . . distorted thinking.

A straight definiton of Behavior “Behavior therapy is focused on helping an individual understand how changing their behavior can lead to changes in how they are feeling. The goal of behavior therapy is usually focused on increasing the person’s engagement in positive or socially reinforcing activities.” Cognitive-behavioral therapy is “goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. Its goal is to change patterns of thinking or behavior that are behind people’s difficulties, and so change the way they feel.”

Answer 2

I thought the answer was b