Cognitive Distortions
This distortion involves expecting the worst possible outcome.
catastrophizing
The CBT Triangle has thoughts, feelings, and this.
behaviors (actions)
Name one grounding technique that uses your five senses.
5-4-3-2-1 technique
Turning a negative thought into a more balanced thought is called _____.
reframing
Emotions are neither good nor bad; they are _____.
information
Thinking in black-and-white with no middle ground.
all-or-nothing thinking
If you change a negative thought, this part of the triangle may improve.
feelings/emotions
Deep breathing helps calm this system in the body.
nervous system
"I failed one test, so I'm stupid" can be reframed as _____.
"I struggled on one test, but I can improve."
Feeling anxious may lead someone to do this behavior.
avoidance
Assuming you know what others are thinking about you.
mind-reading
Thoughts, feelings, and behaviors all do this to each other.
influence or affect one another
This DBT skill stands for Stop, Take a Step Back, Observe, and Proceed Mindfully.
STOP
Before believing a negative thought, CBT encourages you to look for this.
evidence
Naming your emotions can help you better _____ them.
manage/regulate
Believing one mistake means you always fail.
overgeneralization
A negative thought can lead to a negative feeling and then a negative _____.
behavior/action
Taking a walk, listening to music, or drawing are examples of healthy _____.
coping skills
"Nobody likes me" is likely an example of this distortion.
overgeneralization
Feeling angry does not mean you have to _____ angrily.
act/react
Using words like "should," "must," or "have to" in a way that creates guilt or pressure.
should statements
CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful _____.
thoughts
This coping strategy involves focusing on what is happening right now without judgment.
mindfulness
True or False: Reframing means pretending problems do not exist.
false
CBT teaches that while we cannot always control our feelings, we can control our _____.
behaviors/actions