Emotions 101
Name one function of emotions? Why do we need them?
1. Emotions motivate (and organize) us for action
2. Emotions communicate to (and influence) others
3. Emotions communicate to ourselves
My best friend just completely walked past me at school. They must be mad at me.
That's unusual that my best friend would just walk past me like that. I am not sure why.
It's possible they didn't see me.
I will check-in and find out if everything is okay.
“If I fail this test, I will never pass school, and I will be a total failure in life.”
Catastrophic thinking/Catasrophizing
What are the three parts of the three-component model or the CBT triangle?
Thoughts
Behaviors
Physical sensations/feelings
What's your favorite kind of pet?
Yay!
Our natural alarm system. Our basic response to danger, and signals the need for immediate action and/or attention.
Fear
Everyone thinks I am stupid.
It feels like people are judging me, but I made a mistake, like every human being does.
I might be being really hard on myself. Even if even one person is thinking that, then that's pretty unkind of them.
This moment isn't going to matter to me in a year.
"Either I do it right or not at all."
All or nothing thinking
Receiving a good grade after studying hard is an example of ______ reinforcement.
Positive
True or false: Learning to observe, describe, and name your emotions can help you regulate your emotions.
True
What does the ARC of emotional experiences stand for?
Antecedent
Response
Consequence
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Give an example of a 'should' statement.
Any answer that includes the word "should" in it and demonstrates how this is a thinking trap.
Pressing snooze to stop the noise from your alarm clock is an example of ______ reinforcement.
Negative
What's one thing you are excited about doing this summer?
Cool!
True or false: Avoidance can be an adaptive response in some situations.
I had a panic attack the last time I took the train, I am definitely going to have one again and it'll be even worse.
The last time I took the train was really uncomfortable. But that does not guarantee that I will have one again.
I've survived every panic attack I've ever had. If it happens I can handle it and it will pass.
This time I will be prepared to prevent the likelihood of a panic attack. I'll engage in deep breathing, listen to music, etc.
Give an example of 'mind reading' or 'fortune telling.' Explain how this is a thinking trap
Good job!
True or false: Negative Reinforcement decreases the likelihood of a behavior
False! Negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of a behavior by taking away an aversive consequence. Punishment decreases the likelihood of behavior.
Present-focused, non-judgmental awareness
Mindfulness
What is the adaptive purpose of anxiety? Why do we have/need this emotion?
Its purpose is to allow us to be ready to cope with potentially negative or dangerous events. It is future-oriented. It signals the need to reduce activity and refocus attention on possible sources of future threat or danger (assumedly for self-preservation purposes). When we feel anxious, our bodies and minds go into a state of vigilance and “preparation” so that we aren’t caught off guard if something bad happens.
My significant other is going to break up with me because we had a fight. (Team members: generate a few reappraisals)
Good job team!
Give an example of 'disqualifying the positives.' How is this a thinking trap?
You got it!
What are some types of emotion avoidance strategies? You can name a category of emotion avoidance or give an example of it.
Subtle behavioral avoidance
Cognitive avoidance
Using safety signals
Would you rather be sticky for the rest of your life or itchy for the rest of your life?