DBT
What does DBT stand for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
What is anxiety?
Intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations.
What is the difference between feeling sad and feeling depressed?
The length of time one remains sad and how it affects their functioning.
What is the most commonly used drug/substance in the world?
Alcohol
How many different houses are on the Wayside campus? What are their names?
(6) Dennison, Edgell, Harbinger, Sudbury, Esperanza, Pearl
What is distress? What is tolerance?
Distress: Any uncomfortable or difficult emotions
Tolerance: Someone's ability to withstand uncomfortable or difficult emotions
What are 4 physical symptoms of anxiety?
Fast heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating, feeling tired, panic attacks, etc.
Can you always tell when someone is depressed?
No, we can't always see someone's symptoms.
When a person gradually needs more of a substance to get the same effect, this is referred to as:
Tolerance
How many kids are on Sudbury?
14.
Give 3 examples for how you can self-soothe using your 5 senses.
Cold shower, eating something sour/spicy/etc., smelling essential oils, listening to calming music, etc.
Can anxiety be genetic?
Name 5 symptoms of depression.
Low mood, weight changes, changes in sleep, changes in appetite, feelings of guilt/worthlessness/hopelessness, feelings of suicide, decreased interest in participating in activities/hobbies, etc.
What percentage of adults have substance abuse problems?
50%
Name 5 different clinicians at the Wayside campus.
Riley, Joelle, Katie, Sheiva, Alex, Davis, Nick D., Nick N., Demeisha, Natalie, Jillian, Lulu, Arielle, Ashley, Suzanne...etc.
What does it mean when you radically accept something?
When you willingly accept a situation, without trying to change or judge it.
What other mental health concern is often linked with anxiety?
Depression.
Depression is treatable! Name 3 ways we treat depression.
Therapy, medication, coping skills, life changes, motivators, meaningful relationships.
When does substance use become an addiction?
When one can't quit and their use is affecting their daily functioning.
Name the Assistant Program Director (APD) and Program Director (PD) for Sudbury and Harbinger.
James (APD for Sudbury), Dwayne (APD for Harbinger), Tim (Program Director for both).
What is mindfulness?
Being fully present and non-judgmental when observing what is going on within your body and around you.
What is the best, scientifically proven practice to reduce anxiety?
Exercise!
What is stigma? How does it affect the treatment of depression?
Social stigma is the disapproval of, or discrimination against, an individual experiencing something that challenges cultural beliefs.
People are less likely to get help because they're worried about how others will perceive them.
Name 3 reasons why people might start to use drugs.
Family history of addiction, trauma, mental health disorder, peer pressure, early use, and taking a highly addictive drug.
When was Wayside established?
1977 - Harbinger House