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According to Meichenbaum (1977), the steps involved in cognitive behaviour modification are :

The correct answer is
Cognitive modeling $\rightarrow$ overt external guidance $\rightarrow$ overt self - guidance $\rightarrow$ faded overt self - guidance $\rightarrow$ Covert self-instruction

Meichenbaum's Cognitive Behavior Modification Steps

According to Donald Meichenbaum's (1977) framework, Cognitive Behavior Modification (CBM) involves a structured sequence to help individuals change maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors. This process moves from external, observable guidance to internal, covert self-control.

Cognitive Behavior Modification Sequence

The essential steps in Meichenbaum's model are:

  1. Cognitive Modeling: The therapist demonstrates the target behavior or thinking process.
  2. Overt External Guidance: The client attempts the task while receiving explicit, verbal instructions from the therapist.
  3. Overt Self-Guidance: The client performs the task while verbalizing instructions to themselves aloud.
  4. Faded Overt Self-Guidance: The client continues the task, whispering the self-instructions, gradually reducing the volume.
  5. Covert Self-Instruction: The client performs the task using internal self-talk or private thoughts to guide their behavior.

Therefore, the correct sequence is: Cognitive modeling $\rightarrow$ overt external guidance $\rightarrow$ overt self - guidance $\rightarrow$ faded overt self - guidance $\rightarrow$ Covert self-instruction.

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