Which of the following is not correct about REBT?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is Option 3 because Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) emphasizes changing irrational beliefs about events rather than just focusing on emotions and behaviors.
-REBT, developed by Albert Ellis (1955), is a cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on how irrational beliefs lead to negative emotions and maladaptive behaviors.
-The therapist does not just focus on emotions and behaviors; instead, REBT helps clients identify and challenge irrational thoughts (beliefs) related to the event (activating event).
-The A-B-C model of REBT states that:
        A (Activating Event): The situation or event that triggers a response.
        B (Belief System): The irrational beliefs that distort the individual’s perception of the event.
        C (Consequences): Emotional and behavioral outcomes that result from the belief system.
-REBT aims to replace irrational beliefs with rational and constructive ones, helping individuals develop healthier emotional and behavioral responses.

Thus, Option 3 is incorrect because REBT does address the incident (A) that induced the negative feelings, rather than just focusing on the emotions (C) and behavior.

Information Booster
-REBT vs. CBT: While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on restructuring thoughts, REBT emphasizes challenging core irrational beliefs.
-Common irrational beliefs in REBT include:
        "I must be perfect in everything."
        "Everyone must love and approve of me."
        "If something bad happens, I can't handle it."
-REBT Techniques:
        Disputing irrational beliefs (DIBs): Challenging and replacing irrational thoughts.
        Cognitive reframing: Developing rational alternative beliefs.
        Behavioral experiments: Testing new rational beliefs through action.
-REBT uses Socratic questioning to help clients identify and challenge cognitive distortions.
-Emotional responsibility: REBT teaches that our reactions are shaped by our beliefs, not just external events.
-REBT is widely used for anxiety, depression, anger management, and stress-related disorders.