GLOSSARY OF KEY TERMSABC model This

GLOSSARY OF KEY TERMS
ABC model This model of behavior posits that
behavior (B) is influenced by some particular
events that precede it, called antecedents (A),
and by certain events that follow it called consequences
(C).
Acceptance A process involving receiving our
present experience without judgment or preference,
but with curiosity and gentleness, and striving
for full awareness of the present moment.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
A mindfulness-based program that encourages
clients to accept, rather than attempt to control
or change, unpleasant sensations.
Anger management training A social skills
program designed for individuals who have trouble
with aggressive behavior.
Antecedent events Ones that cue or elicit a certain
behavior.
Applied behavior analysis Another term for
behavior modification; this approach seeks to
understand the causes of behavior and address
these causes by changing antecedents and consequences.
Assertion training A set of techniques that involves
behavioral rehearsal, coaching, and learning
more effective social skills; specific skills
training procedures used to teach people ways
to express both positive and negative feelings
openly and directly.
Assessment interview Questioning that enables
the therapist to identify the particular antecedent
and consequent events that infl uence or are functionally
related to an individual’s behavior.
BASIC I.D. The conceptual framework of
multimodal therapy, based on the premise that
human personality can be understood by assessing
seven major areas of functioning: behavior,
affective responses, sensations, images, cognitions,
interpersonal relationships, and drugs/
biological functions.
Behavior modification A therapeutic approach
that deals with analyzing and modifying
human behavior.
Behavior rehearsal A technique consisting of
trying out in therapy new behaviors (performing
target behaviors) that are to be used in everyday
situations.
Behavior therapy This approach refers to the
application of diverse techniques and procedures,
which are supported by empirical evidence.
Behavioral analysis Identifying the maintaining
conditions by systematically gathering
information about situational antecedents, the
dimensions of the problem behavior, and the
consequences of the problem.
Behavioral assessment A set of procedures
used to get information that will guide the development
of a tailor-made treatment plan for
each client and help measure the effectiveness of
treatment.
Classical conditioning Also known as Pavlovian
conditioning and respondent conditioning. A
form of learning in which a neutral stimulus is
repeatedly paired with a stimulus that naturally
elicits a particular response. The result is that
eventually the neutral stimulus alone elicits the
response.
Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) An approach
that blends both cognitive and behavioral
methods to bring about change. (The term CBT
has largely replaced the term “behavior therapy,”
due to the increasing emphasis on the interaction
among affective, behavioral, and cognitive
dimensions.)
Cognitive behavioral coping skills therapy
Procedures aimed at teaching clients specifi c skills
to deal effectively with problematic situations.
Cognitive processes Internal events such as
thoughts, beliefs, perceptions, and self-statements.
Consequences Events that take place as a result
of a specifi c behavior being performed.
Contingency contracting Written agreement
between a client and another person that specifi
es the relationship between performing target
behaviors and their consequences.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) A blend
of behavioral and psychoanalytic techniques
aimed at treating borderline personality disorders;
primarily developed by Marsha Linehan.