Introductory Psychology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the goal of cognitive therapy?

To uncover the underlying causes of psychological disorders
To identify and modify the thought patterns that are related to psychological disorders
To reduce the symptoms of psychological disorders
To understand the influence of the environment on psychological disorders

The correct answer is: To identify and modify the thought patterns that are related to psychological disorders

Cognitive therapy focuses on identifying and modifying the negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to psychological disorders. This is why option B is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because while it is important to uncover the underlying causes of psychological disorders, cognitive therapy specifically focuses on modifying thoughts and behaviors. Option C is incorrect because while reducing symptoms is a goal of therapy, it is not the primary goal of cognitive therapy. Finally, option D is incorrect because cognitive therapy primarily focuses on internal factors such as thoughts and beliefs, rather than external factors like the environment.