CBT Triangle
What are the 3 basic components of the CBT Model?
Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors
How might someone FEEL (emotion) if it was their birthday
surprised or happy or excited, etc.
You can experience more than one emotion at a time.
True
Name a coping skill you can do anywhere.
Grounding, breathing, etc.
Thought or feeling: "I am so embarrassed."
Feeling
How might someone feel (EMOTION) if it was raining outside?
sad, happy, upset, angry
Feelings and behaviors are NOT connected in the CBT Triangle.
False.
Name one positive coping skill you can use
mindfulness technique, 5-4-3-2-1, deep breathing, pause, etc.
Thought or Feeling: "I am useless."
Thought
Give an example of how emotions are expressed
verbally, non-verbally, body language, facial expressions, actions etc.
Coping skills are things you can do on your own to self-soothe when your emotions are at a 10.
True
If a coping skill doesn't work the first time you use it, should you try it again?
Yes...you never know when it might work, which is why it is important to have a few coping skills you can use.
What does CBT stand for?
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Name 3 emotions that are pleasant to experience
Thoughts for the CBT Triangle can be helpful or unhelpful.
Are all coping skills good? Hint MUPS
No-- MUPS are Things that Mess You Up. Unproductive coping skills can include using drugs/alcohol, self-harming, and reckless behavior.
What two things influence our behavior the most
Thoughts and Feelings
Identify an emotion you are feeling right now
Coping skills should NOT be used if someone is very angry.
False.
What is a situation in which you would use your coping skills?
Varied answers