Grief/Anger
T/F: Anger is not a common symptom of grief, if you feel anger after a loss you need to see a therapist or doctor.
FALSE. Anger is a common symptom of grief after a loss.
T/F: Shame includes our knowledge or our incorrect behaviors NOT societal stigma.
FALSE! Shame includes our knowledge or our incorrect behaviors AND societal stigma.
How can I find out the time/topic of groups for today?
Calendar
I hate Thanksgiving it's the worst holiday. Last year on Thanksgiving an oven fire destroyed my dream kitchen.
Is this an example of anger at a loss or anger at what was lost?
Anger at a loss.
Anger at dates/holidays/situations that are connected to something that was lost are examples of anger at a loss.
Anger at the lost would be like blaming the kitchen for being old and worthless.
The main differences in the amounts of s_________ for different substances are the population who uses/has access and funds to purchase it.
ecstacy for concerts vs heroin for addicts
The main differences in the amounts of stigma for different substances are the population who uses/has access and funds to purchase it.
1) T/F: I still get credit for group if I was there but didn't sign in.
2) T/F: The best time to go smoke/use the bathroom is right at group time 10am/2pm.
1) FALSE! Please sign in so I know you were there, otherwise I will forget.
2) FALSE! The best time to go smoke/use the bathroom is before or after group.
We can process our grief and anger while still maintaining re_________ and sa________y.
We can process our grief and anger while still maintaining relationships and safety.
The four common functions of procrastination are fatigue, emotional avoidance, perfectionism, and habits. Which one is this example?
I have to fire one person by the end of the day which is so stressful, but first I'll play some solitaire on my computer.
emotional avoidance
avoiding the tough conversation/stress provoking emotions of letting someone go and postponing with a game
What is the topic of the Friday 2pm group?
NO FRIDAY 2PM GROUP. Friday 10am-12 pm group, 2 hours of karaoke!
Why might someone feel angry after experiencing a loss?
Anger can function as a tool for us. Something upsetting happens and we want it to stop or change it.
By being angry at other people, things, etc, we attempt to stop the pain of the loss from continuing.
Your friend Taylor needs help with her procrastination. She tells you she postpones raking leaves in her yard. She says she watches tv and says she'll do the task tomorrow, but repeats the same situation over and over as a habit.
Support Taylor by recommending a good plan for her goals that is realistic.
open ended,
identify limitations (one hour of tv then rake then more tv after)
identify consequences (no tv until raking is done if not finished by tonight)
What event is happening today, September 30th, in the dining room?
birthday celebration
You recently lost your brother due to illness. You begin experiencing anger while grieving and feel like screaming all the time. You still have a job to do and children to care for, even while grieving a hard loss.
What are some ways you can help yourself?
Ask for help (therapist/loved ones), inform others (my needs are/I feel like), protect your safety (rage room/boxing)
Your brother, Marvin, meets you for a walk. While inhaling from his vape pen, Marvin sees a man outside lighting a cigarette.
Marvin says, "Can you believe that? How gross that stinks."
Reframe/challenge Marvin's thought and why you think he had this thought
open ended,
Name the day/time and topic of every afternoon group this and every week
Monday walk, Tuesday music, Wednesday art, Thursday walk. ALL at 2 pm.