Critically evaluate Beck’s cognitive model, with particular emphasis on the three levels of cognition and how this is used in CBT to apply interventions.

Answer TWO questions from the following questions.
Each answer should be 1500 words in length +/- 10% excluding references.
Please ensure that you reference your work comprehensively and provide a reference list at the end of each question

Questions

1. What is “formulation” in CBT and what are the advantages and disadvantages of using
it?

2. Outline and critically evaluate CBT interventions used to treat one of the following:
a. Social Phobia
b. General Phobias
c. OCD

3. Outline the principles behind ‘behavioural activation’ and critically evaluate its use when
treating depression.

4. Critically evaluate Beck’s cognitive model, with particular emphasis on the three levels of cognition and how this is used in CBT to apply interventions.