Answer The Greek word is atomos, which means indivisible. The Greek word is made up of the prefix a, meaning not [as in asymptomatic, and atypical] and temnein, mea â¦ ning to cut.
A thought process for developing healthier thinking. Cognitive behavior therapy is based on a cognitive theory of psychopathology. The cognitive model describes how peopleâs perceptions of, or spontaneous thoughts about, situations influence their emotional, behavioral (and often physiological) reactions. Individualsâ perceptions are often distorted and dysfunctional when they are distressed.
Social Cognitive Theory. Social cognitive theory is a subset of cognitive theory and therapists use it to treat phobias and other psychological disorders. It is primarily focused on the ways in which we learn to model the behavior of others. Advertising campaigns and peer pressure situations are good examples. Cognitive Restructuring to Treat Phobia