A simple overview of the CBT Model: Generally an integrative multisystem model which is used by the cognitive behavioral therapists to plan the treatments and conceptualize the patients. The assessment mainly is done based on the cognitive and behavioral observations. Apart from these, the social, biological, spiritual, interpersonal and some other factors are also taken into consideration.

Levels of Cognition:

Aaron Beck and his co-workers have put forth 3 levels of Cognition which are applicable to the Cognitive Behavioral Theory. They are:

1. Full Consciousness – This is a state in which the normal decisions are made with full alertness, attentiveness and responsiveness.

2. Automatic Thoughts – They are in contrast with the above mentioned cognition. They are more independent, self governing. They are often private and run swiftly in the everyday thinking. They are not so much carefully observed or taken care of. Automatic thoughts mainly depend on the state of ones mind. If depressed, the thoughts will be low, negative and ineffective.