alex3619
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CBT is a spectrum of treatments, not one thing. They have some principles in common, but different goals. Its part of the problem with changing definitions that CBT/GET proponents often use to persuade people about things. People think they mean one thing, but they mean another, based on a technical definition you can find in one paper or another. They then vacillate between the different meanings. That is how they deceive with apparent truth ... under one meaning their statements appear fair, under another their statements are irrational.This type of CBT may also be used in other chronic conditions and some say they find it very helpful in coming to terms with being chronically ill.
I have done classic CBT, back in the 80s, to try to help cope with my newly diagnosed CFS. I think it was very mildly useful, at least for me. This supportive and coping version might help some patients. The problem is the coercive kind, aimed at increasing activity, has led to trust being broken between the patient and medical communities.