Cognitive behavioral therapy

/ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv bɪˈheɪv.jɚ.əl ˈθɛɹ.ə.pi/ noun

An evidence-based psychotherapy that treats problems by modifying dysfunctional thinking patterns and maladaptive behaviors.

From Latin 'cognitio' (knowledge) + 'behavior' + Greek 'therapeia' (healing). Developed by Aaron Beck in the 1960s.

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