ACT Theoretical Foundations

Question 1

What is the primary goal of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?

Accepted Answer

To help individuals accept emotions and commit to values-driven actions

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To eliminate negative thoughts

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To encourage avoidance of distressing experiences

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To teach relaxation techniques

Question 2

What does the ACT model emphasize in terms of thoughts and feelings?

Accepted Answer

Acceptance and mindfulness of thoughts and feelings

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Eliminating negative thoughts and emotions

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Suppressing unwanted thoughts and feelings

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Changing thoughts to be more positive

Question 3

In ACT, what is the role of mindfulness?

Accepted Answer

To increase awareness of immediate experiences without judgment

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To ignore feelings of distress

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To change negative thoughts into positive ones

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To suppress unwanted thoughts

Question 4

What does 'cognitive defusion' mean in ACT?

Accepted Answer

Observing thoughts without attachment or judgment

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Identifying and challenging irrational thoughts

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Eliminating all negative thoughts

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Suppressing intrusive thoughts

Question 5

What is the role of values in ACT?

Accepted Answer

To create a sense of direction and purpose in life

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To provide a framework for setting goals

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To avoid challenging situations

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To eliminate negative emotions

Question 6

What does 'psychological flexibility' mean in ACT?

Accepted Answer

The ability to adapt and take committed action in the face of challenges

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The ability to avoid difficult thoughts and feelings

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The ability to maintain rigid control over emotions

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The ability to suppress all negative emotions

Question 7

What is 'acceptance' in ACT?

Accepted Answer

Allowing feelings and thoughts to come and go without judgment

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Ignoring distressing thoughts and emotions

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Suppressing unwanted feelings

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Repressing emotions to avoid conflict

Question 8

What is 'committed action' in ACT?

Accepted Answer

Engaging in actions that align with personal values

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Avoiding situations that cause distress

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Suppressing emotions to feel better

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Changing one's environment to avoid discomfort

Question 9

How does ACT help in dealing with difficult thoughts and feelings?

Accepted Answer

By accepting thoughts and feelings while focusing on values-based actions

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By ignoring difficult thoughts

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By controlling thoughts and emotions

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By avoiding situations that trigger negative thoughts