... of basic information-processing mechanisms, such as attention and memory, as well as higher mental processes such as thinking, planning, and decision making are included in cognitive psychology (Carson, Butcher and Mineka, 2000). One of the major perspectives, focusing on cognitive functions which influence emotions and behaviours, is called the cognitive model. This essay will discuss the cognitive model. First, it will explore the assumptions of the cognitive model, and examine the features of the cognitive model compared with other perspectives. Second, it will analyse the major systems within the cognitive model of abnormality and treatments of the cognitive model. Finally, it will evaluate the pros and cons of the cognitive model. The basic premise behind the cognitive model is the idea that thoughts and information processing determine human emotions and behaviours (Heffner, 2002, chap.11). According to Cardwell, Clark and Meldrum (1996), the cognitive theorists believe that emotional problems can be ...

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