Negative Body Image Behaviors
Judging a part of a person versus ourselves OR judging part of ourselves versus another part of ourselves
Comparisons
Body Image
A person's subjective picture or mental image of their own body. (remember: perceptual, cognitive, affective, behavioral)
What is the term for the critical things we say to ourselves in our minds?
Negative self-talk.
What is the term for measuring your appearance against other people's appearances?
Social comparison.
What typically happens to ED behaviors and BI after you are free of substance?
Behaviors increase or return.
What is a short, supportive statement you can repeat to encourage yourself?
A positive affirmation or compassionate self-statement.
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A fish with no brain or heart
Jellyfish
Habit of seeking information about your body's weight, shape, size, or appearance
Body checking
Negative Body Image
an individual is generally unhappy with how they look. They may feel like they need to change their body size or shape. Body image is something that can frequently change throughout a lifetime
What cognitive distortion involves thinking in extremes, such as 'I look perfect or terrible'?
All-or-nothing thinking.
What digital tool can change facial features, skin texture, or body proportions in an image?
An image filter or photo-editing tool.
What is the term for noticing thoughts and feelings in the present without judging them?
Mindfulness.
What is the term for clearly communicating what behavior you will and will not accept from others?
Setting boundaries.
What is Scotland's national animal?
Unicorn
Completely avoiding knowing anything about your weight, shape, or how you look.
Body Avoidance
Body Acceptance
Accepting one’s body regardless of not being completely satisfied with all aspects of it.
What cognitive distortion involves assuming other people are judging your appearance without evidence?
Mind reading.
What term describes unrealistic standards promoted about how people should look?
Unrealistic beauty standards.
What term describes a strong desire or urge to engage in a behavior, including substance use?
Craving.
What is the term for recognizing things you appreciate about yourself or your life?
Gratitude.
What color are flamingos when they are born?
grey/white
Engaging in movement consistently for the purpose of changing something about your body/compensate for food eaten/lower one's weight
Excessive exercise
BONUS: Examples of positive movement
Cognitive Body Image
How one thinks about their body
What cognitive distortion involves focusing on one perceived flaw while ignoring the bigger picture?
Mental filtering.
What is the term for judging or treating people unfairly because of their body size or weight?
Weight stigma.
What term describes identifying situations, feelings, or thoughts that increase the urge to use substances?
Trigger identification.
What DBT skill involves fully acknowledging present reality without necessarily approving of it?
Radical acceptance.
What is the only food that truly never spoils?
Honey
Self-monitoring amount of calories eaten, often with a rule around limit of number of calories that is "appropriate" to eat in one day
Calorie Counting
Body Neutrality
Act of taking a neutral stance toward your body - both emotionally and physically
What is the term for treating feelings as proof, such as 'I feel unattractive, so I must be unattractive'?
Emotional reasoning.
What is the term for adopting society's appearance standards as personal beliefs about your own body?
Internalization of appearance ideals.
What is the recovery skill of experiencing uncomfortable emotions without immediately acting on them?
Distress tolerance.
What is the term for responding to yourself with understanding and kindness instead of harsh criticism?
Self-compassion.
Who was the first person to ever say "OMG" standing for "Oh My God"?
Winston Churchill in 1917
Avoiding contact with others in a variety of ways
Social Isolation
Values
What you believe in and what is important in your life.
BONUS: Give 3 examples of values
What CBT technique involves identifying an unhelpful thought, examining the evidence, and replacing it with a more balanced thought?
Cognitive restructuring.
What is the practice of intentionally limiting exposure to online content that negatively affects your body image?
Setting social media boundaries.
What is the term for returning to substance use after a period of abstinence?
Relapse.
What are three things you can do to help improve your body image on a daily basis?
Positive self-talk, exercise, positive affirmations, limiting social media etc.
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