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Schemas

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Schemas
Fundamental core beliefs or assumptions that are part of the perceptual filter people use to view the world. Cognitive-behavioral therapy seeks to change maladaptive schemas.
Mentioned in: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
schemas (skēˑ·mz),
n.pl basic organizing themes deeply embedded within one's cognitive processes. This includes basic assumptions or rules that provide a template for selecting, sorting, processing, and assessing the importance of a particular experience. A person may or may not be consciously aware of such assumptions. Situations associated with high levels of stress—such as an illness or medical emergency—may trigger underlying fundamental assumptions and beliefs that may affect one's attitude, thoughts, or views.


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