ACCEPTS
Skills
Skills
What does ACCEPTS stand for?
Activities, Contributing, Comparisons, Emotions, Pushing away, Thoughts, Sensations
What senses are used in Self-Soothe?
Sight, Hearing, Smell, Taste, Touch
What does IMPROVE stand for?
Imagery, Meaning, Prayer, Relaxation, One thing, Vacation, Encouragement
When should you use crisis survival skills?
When you can’t change the situation right away.
What is Radical Acceptance?
Accepting reality fully without fighting it.
What does the “A” in ACCEPTS mean?
Doing Activities to distract yourself.
Give one example of Self-Soothe using the sense of touch.
answers vary
i.e.: Taking a warm bath, petting an animal, wrapping in a blanket.
Give an example of “Relaxation.”
answer vary
i.e.: Deep breathing, meditation, or stretching.
What’s the goal of problem-solving?
To find solutions when a situation can be changed.
Why is Radical Acceptance not the same as approval?
You can accept something without agreeing or liking it.
Give an example of “Contributing.”
answers vary
i.e.: Helping a friend or volunteering.
How does Self-Soothe differ from avoidance?
It calms you to cope, not to escape permanently.
What is “One Thing in the Moment”?
Focus on just one task or activity to stay grounded.
Why is it important to tell the difference between a crisis and a problem?
It determines which skill to use effectively.
How does Radical Acceptance reduce suffering?
Resisting reality adds pain; acceptance allows peace.
What does “Pushing Away” mean?
Temporarily putting a painful situation out of your mind.
Which sense can you use by listening to calming music?
hearing
How does “Meaning” help during distress?
Finding purpose or lesson in a painful situation.
Give one example of a crisis survival skill.
ACCEPTS, Self-Soothe, or IMPROVE the Moment.
Give a phrase you could say to practice Radical Acceptance.
answers var\y
i.e.: “It is what it is right now.”
How does ACCEPTS help manage crisis situations?
It helps distract until you’re calm enough to cope effectively.
How can Self-Soothe help prevent impulsive reactions?
It regulates your body and emotions before acting.
Why is “Encouragement” important?
It builds resilience and self-confidence during stress.
How can problem-solving reduce future crises?
By addressing underlying issues long-term.
What’s one sign you might be resisting reality?
Thinking “This shouldn’t be happening” or “It’s not fair.”