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In cognitive behavioral therapy michelle g craske discusses the history theory and practice of this commonly practiced therapy cognitive behavioral therapy originated in the science and theory of classical and instrumental conditioning cognitive principles were incorporated following dissatisfaction with a strictly behavioral approach. In this revised edition of cognitive behavioral therapy michelle g craske provides vital updated coverage of the literature that explores the theory history therapy process primary change mechanisms and empirical basis of the approach as well as likely future developmentsthis essential primer to cognitive behavioral therapy amply illustrated with case examples featuring diverse . Cognitive behavioral therapy cognitive behavioral therapy cbt is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on modifying dysfunctional emotions behaviors and thoughts by interrogating and uprooting. Cognitive behavioral therapy cbt is a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression anxiety disorders alcohol and drug use problems marital problems eating disorders and severe mental illness