How do CBT and DBT differ in treatment aims and core techniques?

How do CBT and DBT differ in treatment aims and core techniques?

• A. CBT uses constant therapy sessions; DBT uses no homework.
• B. CBT is about medication management; DBT is about dream analysis.
• C. CBT only focuses on past experiences; DBT ignores emotions.
• D. CBT targets changing maladaptive thoughts and behaviors through structured skills and homework; DBT combines CBT with mindfulness and emotion regulation, with a strong emphasis on skills training, validation, and coaching; both use goal-directed, time-limited approaches.

Answer: (D)