
Understand what is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT ) and how it can help you overcome anxiety.
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In this lesson, we delve into the concept of negative thought patterns and their critical role in fueling anxiety.
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The ABCD Model: Challenging Negative Thoughts - is a useful tool for disputing these thoughts effectively.
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Identifying automatic negative thoughts (ANTs)
These are recurring, irrational, and often unhelpful thoughts that contribute to anxiety and other emotional challenges.
These are recurring, irrational, and often unhelpful thoughts that contribute to anxiety and other emotional challenges.
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Cognitive restructuring, specifically the process of replacing negative thoughts with more positive and rational ones, is a core technique in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT).
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Is a key component of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and is often used to challenge and reframe negative thoughts and beliefs.
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It emphasises how your thoughts can significantly influence your emotional experiences. Exploring the strong connection between negative thoughts and anxious emotions, and how these thoughts can trigger or exacerbate anxiety symptoms.
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Keeping a Thought Journal is the practical aspect of recognising negative thought patterns and a valuable tool for tracking and identifying automatic thoughts.
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Here is an example: Ana, a 28-year-old woman, struggled with social anxiety for years.
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Used in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) to interrupt and reduce intrusive or negative thoughts.
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Positive Self-Talk: Challenge negative self-talk with positive and self-compassionate affirmations. Replace self-criticism with self-encouragement and realistic perspectives.
Is a critical step in relapse prevention and long-term maintenance. Recognising these signs early allows you to take proactive measures to manage anxiety effectively.
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In this lecture, you are guided through a reflective assignment that encourages you to recap the key principles learned in the course and set future goals for anxiety management.
In this online course, you’ll learn how to identify and change negative thought patterns and create helpful and positive behaviours. With guided instruction and practical exercises, you can confidently tackle CBT’s core concepts and apply them in your daily life.
Throughout the course, you’ll explore topics such as identifying irrational beliefs, challenging the cognitive triad, problem-solving, and using cognitive restructuring and behaviour experiments. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to recognise the signs of anxiety, recognise triggers, and regain control.
You’ll also be able to create an action plan to overcome anxiety, recognise and develop adaptive coping skills, and build an empowering future. The skills you learn in this course are backed by science and designed to guide you to better mental well-being.
The first step to managing anxiety is understanding the principles and techniques that can help. Consider exploring this course as a resource to guide you on your journey. Effective anxiety management takes practice and commitment, and the course can be a valuable tool in your toolkit. Take your time to learn, practice, and apply the strategies, and you'll see positive results along the way. I'll be here to support you throughout the course.
Welcome, and let's begin this journey together.