How would you conceptualize addiction and addiction behavior in the context of CBT?
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This week we learned about stress and the toll it can take on us psychologically and physically. We discussed many strategies for alleviating this stress in healthy ways. In this week’s reflection, include how you believe that stress can impact your attitude and ability to persevere through your educational pursuits. From all the strategies presented by you and others throughout this week’s discussion, share how will you work to overcome the negative aspects of stress.
How would you conceptualize addiction and addiction behavior in the context of CBT? What cognitive distortions may manifest? What interventions are you likely to use? When would you introduce CBT with a client you are working with?