(American spelling) Alternative spelling of behavioural science

Synonym of behaviorism

(sociology) Behaviour that is characterized by both the desire and the ability to progress towards an ideal by choosing a new goal when a previous one has been met or the effort to meet it has failed.

plural of cognitive behavioral therapy

plural of cognitive behavioral therapist

(American spelling) A medical professional who employs the techniques of cognitive behavioral therapy.

(psychology) A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions, focussing on a client's current state rather than on their past.

(marketing) A consumer's regular purchase of low-cost items of a familiar brand, not requiring significant consideration of the alternatives.

Uncommon form of dialectical behavior therapy.

(psychology) A psychotherapeutic approach used to treat personality disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, interpersonal conflicts, self-harm, substance abuse and other maladaptive coping strategies, which focuses on synthesizing the importance of self-acceptance with the acceptance of a need to change one's behavior.