CYCLE OF DEPRESSION
STRAIN OR HARDSHIP
WHAT IS STRESSORS
This part of the tree represents the foundational values and core beliefs that ground a person.
What are the roots?
This term describes the act of creating a plan for how to spend and save money each month.
What is budgeting?
This part of the DBT House represents a person’s core values and beliefs that form the foundation of who they are.
Patients typically engage in this type of session to work on interpersonal skills and relationships in a PHP
What is group therapy?
THE BODY RESPONDS TO STRESSORS
WHAT IS PHYSICAL SYMTOMS?
This part of the Strength Tree symbolizes personal strengths and qualities
What are the branches?
This is the tendency to buy things impulsively without considering the financial impact.
What is impulse spending?
What term describes the complex journey individuals face when managing their mental health highlights the importance of support systems, skills, and coping strategies
What is the mountain of mental health?
PHPs often cater to individuals struggling with these co-occurring issues, such as addiction and mental health disorders.
What are dual diagnoses?
RESPONSE TO THOUGHTS
WHAT IS BEHAVIORAL RESPONCES?
This section of the tree includes the important people, support systems, and resources in one’s life.
What are the leaves?
This emotional habit involves buying things to improve mood temporarily, often leading to regret.
What is retail therapy?
This characteristic can contribute to feelings of inadequacy or failure, even when someone performs well.
What is perfectionism?
PHPs are often seen as a bridge to this ongoing treatment after intensive care.
What is outpatient counseling?
DEPRESSION CYCLE OFTEN INCLUDES SELF DEFEATING THOUGHTS
WHAT IS NEGATIVE THINKING?
This part of the Strength Tree symbolizes characteristics to help problem solve
What is the trunk?
Taking time to compare prices and choose the best option before making a purchase reflects this kind of mindful financial behavior.
What is sober spending?
Setting a daily intention and saying affirmations out loud to foster self-belief and positivity is an example of this practice.
What is professing positive?
In PHP, patients learn to identify and manage this type of harmful thought pattern.
What is cognitive distortion?
This common term for the overall cycle describes how depression can worsen without intervention.
What is a downward spiral?
This part represents goals, aspirations, and hopes for the future in the Strength Tree
What are the fruits or the top branches?
This habit, common in social settings, involves spending money to impress others or fit in, often at the cost of one’s own financial health.
What is keeping up with the Joneses?
Often used in mental health treatment, this form of therapy can help reduce anxiety, improve mood, and support emotional healing.
what is music therapy?
This type of therapy used in PHP focuses on the dynamics of family relationships.
What is systemic therapy?