Marcus has recently been diagnosed with depression. He frequently tells his therapist, 'I failed my last driving mock test, which proves I am completely incompetent and will never pass the real test. My friends only spend time with me because they feel sorry for me.' Marcus’s therapist is planning a course of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) to address his difficulties.
Outline and evaluate the cognitive approach to explaining and treating depression. Refer to Marcus in your answer.
31 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Psychology Cognitive approach to depression. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.