CBT
This is a technique used to help redirect a person’s attention to what is actually happening in the present moment.
Mindfulness
A reminder of a past trauma that elicits an emotional response. Oftentimes, a person may feel sad, anxious, or overwhelmed.
Triggers
Can be used when feeling overwhelmed. Involves finding your breath and utilizing your 5 senses.
Grounding Technique
5 things you see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste.
Statements used to challenge or eliminate unhelpful thoughts that would hold one back.
Positive Affirmations
A medical illness that cases feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, and can affect the way you act and behave.
Depression
A type of journaling where a person keeps track of grateful things in their life.
Gratitude Journaling
The process of replacing negative thoughts with positive thoughts.
Cognitive Restructuring
Feeling nervous, restless, or having a sense of impending danger. Symptoms may include increased heart rate, sweaty palms, stomach ache.
Anxiety Disorder
A feeling of self assurance that arises from appreciation of one’s self.
Confidence
This type of treatment is also known as “face your fears”...Encourages the person to face their feared stimuli over time.
Exposure Therapy
This is a feeling of emotional strain and pressure.
Stress
This type of intervention is used to help educate children and adults on a psychological diagnosis.
Psychoeducation
The type of training involves helping a person; express their feelings, make requests, and stand up for ones self.
Assertiveness Training
This is known as a psychological limit that defines personal dignity.
Boundaries.
What can the “ABC” stand for in helping a person control their emotions?
Acknowledge your emotion, Breathe Deep, Count backwards.