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.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy also called Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and abbreviated CBT is set of therapies that may be used alone or in combination with other methods by a mental health provider. It is used with individuals, with groups, and with ages ranging from teens to adults. Some, but not all, forms of Cognitive Behavior Therapy consider the practice of stoicism to be a key element. 2  Cognitive Behavior Therapy is meant to be practiced in a collaboration of patient and therapist making joint decisions about focus, treatment goals, etc.