Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Therapeutic Approaches

Question:
What is the central thesis of Rational Emotive Therapy (RET)?
Options:
Cognitive restructuring leads to reduced anxiety and depression.
Childhood experiences shape dysfunctional schemas.
Irrational beliefs mediate between antecedent events and consequences.
Negative automatic thoughts are caused by cognitive distortions.
Correct Answer:
Irrational beliefs mediate between antecedent events and consequences.
Explanation:
The central thesis of RET is that irrational beliefs play a mediating role between antecedent events and their consequences, resulting in psychological distress.