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... > social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > counseling programs > substance abuse treatment > treatment theories, research, techniques, strategies, and effectiveness > psychotherapy > cognitive behavioral therapy > cognitive therapy > paradoxical intention
... > social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > psychotherapy > cognitive behavioral therapy > cognitive therapy > paradoxical intention
... > social science subjects > psychology > applied psychology > clinical psychology > psychotherapy > cognitive behavioral therapy > cognitive therapy > paradoxical intention

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paradoxical intention  

Definition

  • A special technique of logotherapy used when a client is concerned about the frequency of an undesired response. When the client wants to reduce the frequency of a behavior, the therapist requires that the client attempt to increase its occurrence. [Source: The Dictionary of Family Psychology and Family Therapy; paradoxical intention]

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