Table 2. Socratic question types used in the CBT-Ia support chatbot, including their therapeutic purpose and representative example prompts adapted from the framework proposed by Paul and Elder [42].
| Question type | Description | Example prompt |
|---|---|---|
| Clarification | Probes ambiguities or unclear aspects of a statement | What do you mean by ...? |
| Probing assumptions | Examines the underlying assumptions behind a belief or statement | Why do you assume ...? |
| Probing reasons | Seeks justification or supporting evidence for a claim | How did you know ...? |
| Probing implications | Explores possible consequences or outcomes of a belief | If ..., what might happen as a result? |
| Exploring alternatives | Considers other perspectives or possible explanations | What else should we consider ...? |
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CBT-I: cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia.