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What Is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy?

Here are some key principles and techniques of REBT: ABC Model: This is a fundamental concept in REBT. It stands for: A: Activating Event (something happens) B: Belief (the individual's interpretation of the event) C: Consequence (emotional and behavioral response to the belief) According to REBT, it's not the Activating Event itself that directly causes emotional consequences, but rather the person's Belief about the event. Irrational Beliefs: Ellis identified certain common irrational beliefs that lead to emotional distress. These include: Musts and Shoulds: Demanding that things must be a certain way, leading to frustration when they're not. Catastrophizing: Believing that the worst possible outcome will occur. Global Labeling: Using extreme terms to describe oneself or others based on specific behaviors. All-or-Nothing Thinking: Seeing things in black-and-white terms, without recognizing middle ground. Disputing Irrational Beliefs: REBT encourages individuals to...