Question

Mukesh is preparing for an entrance examination and is anxious. He has a persistent irrational thought that he would not succeed. Explain the therapy that can help him understand and overcome his anxiety.

Hint:

Always remember that the focus of REBT/RET is to change the way people think about the situations rather than the situations itself.

Answer 1

Rational Emotive Therapy (RET): Rational Emotive Therapy (RET), also known as Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), is the most appropriate therapy for Mukesh. It was developed by Albert Ellis.
The ABC Model: RET uses the ABC model, which is: A for activating event, B for belief system, and C for consequences. The therapy helps patients recognize and change irrational beliefs that contribute to their anxiety. The first thing will be to recognize that his ‘irrational thoughts’ are actually not true.
Focus on Beliefs: The therapy will aim to help him recognize that his ‘irrational thought’ is his subjective opinion, and not necessarily the absolute truth.