Which CBT technique teaches the client problem-solving skills by defining a problem, generating solutions, evaluating consequences, selecting an action, and following up?

• A. Cognitive Restructuring
• B. Reattribution
• C. Problem Solving
• D. Psychoeducation

Answer: (C)

This item tests a structured problem-solving approach used in CBT. The technique walks the client through a clear sequence: define the problem, brainstorm possible solutions, evaluate the likely consequences of each option, choose an action, and then follow up to see what happened and adjust as needed. This hands-on, step-by-step process builds practical skills for managing real-life challenges and reduces avoidance by turning problems into manageable tasks.

Cognitive restructuring is about identifying and challenging distorted thoughts and replacing them with more accurate beliefs, rather than outlining a behavioral plan to solve a problem. Reattribution focuses on changing how a person explains the causes of events, shifting blame or responsibility in attributional style. Psychoeducation provides information about the condition and treatment, not a how-to for solving specific problems.