Positive Reframing
Word Choice
Acronyms
Reframe This!
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What is another way to say: Foster Kid

Child in foster care/ Youth in foster care

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Instead of Client

Youth

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What does CAMHD Stand for

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division

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Youth says "I think sleep is more important than school"

It sounds like you prioritize your rest as a form of self-care

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What is another way to say:  They are lazy

They don't know where to start

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Instead of: Blame

Acceptance, Compassion or understanding

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What does EPIC Stand for

Effective Planning and Innovative Communication

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Youth says "I think this is dumb"

I'm hearing that you are using your self-advocacy tools, thank you for telling me!

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What is another way to say: Some people are just mean

Some people need more social skills

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Instead of: History of illness

Lived experience

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What does CWS stand for? 

Child Welfare Services

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Youth Says "I don't like it at home"

I hear there may be some things that make you feel uncomfortable there...

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Instead of: I'm not likeable

I am worthy of respect and kindness

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Instead of: Failure

Growth Opportunity

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What does WRAP stand for?

Wellness Recovery Action Plan

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Youth says "People don't like me"

I'm hearing that you may be feeling lonely

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Instead of: others are more successful

My experience is unique

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Instead of: out of control

Disregulated

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What is YPS

Youth Peer Support

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Youth Says "I hate myself and my life"

Thank you for being vulnerable.  I'm hearing that there might be something going on that is making you feel like that, do you want to talk about it?

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