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Cognitive Distortion Scales™ (CDS™)
John Briere, PhD
PAR
Purpose: To assess dysfunctional thinking patterns
Candidates: 18+ years of age
Administration: 10-15 minutes - Individual and group
The CDS is a 40-item self-assessment of cognitive distortions, with scales reflecting five types of cognitive distortion:
- Self-Criticism
- Hopelessness
- Self-Blame
- Preoccupation with Danger
- Helplessness
The CDS can be used in clinical and nonclinical contexts with adults who have no significant trauma history and those who have been traumatised.The CDS is an excellent way to guide and inform cognitive-behavioural therapy.
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