A03

• What is one strength of Ellis's ABC model?

  Real-world application in treating depression
• What is the approach of Ellis's cognitive therapy called?

  Rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT)
• How does REBT aim to help depressed individuals?

  By arguing against their irrational beliefs
• What evidence supports REBT's effectiveness?

  It can change negative beliefs and relieve symptoms
• What type of depression does Ellis's ABC model explain?

  Reactive depression
• What triggers reactive depression according to Ellis?

  Life events or activating events
• What is endogenous depression characterized by?

  Not traceable to life events
• Why is Ellis's ABC model considered a partial explanation for depression?

  It only explains reactive depression, not endogenous
• What are the key components of Ellis's ABC model?

  • A: Activating event
  • B: Beliefs about the event
  • C: Consequences of those beliefs
• What are the implications of Ellis's ABC model for therapy?

  • Focus on changing irrational beliefs
  • Use of vigorous argumentation in therapy
  • Application in real-world treatment of depression