Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Treatment of PTSD
www.apa.org › ptsd-guideline › treatmentsJul 31, 2017 · Several theories specific to trauma explain how CBT can be helpful in reducing the symptoms of PTSD. For example, emotional processing theory (Rauch & Foa, 2006) suggests that those who have experienced a traumatic event can develop associations among objectively safe reminders of the event (e.g., news stories, situations, people), meaning (e.g., the world is dangerous) and responses (e.g ...
CBT for PTSD: How It Works, Examples & Effectiveness
www.choosingtherapy.com › cbt-for-ptsdDec 15, 2021 · Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a psychotherapy treatment focused on problem-solving and actions-based solutions to mental health issues. CBT can be effective for PTSD because it can help a person understand and challenge unhealthy thought processes and emotions brought on by PTSD, reducing symptoms and improving quality of life. CBT generally