DBT 101
DBT stands for Dialectical ________ Therapy.
Behavior
There are ___ states of mind.
3
Give a definition of mindfulness in your own words.
Paying attention to the present moment without judging it, awareness of feelings, thoughts & urges, etc
What is one benefit to having emotions?
They motivate us for action
They help us communicate
They help us understand our own needs
Thought, Feeling, Body Reaction, or Behavior?
Tight muscles
Body Reaction
This part of DBT helps us to learn how to be in the present moment. It is also how we start each group.
Mindfulness
This state of mind is logic-based, fact-oriented, rational, and task-focused.
Reasonable Mind
Mindfulness can help us get to which state of mind?
Wise Mind
True or False: Our emotions don't always represent facts about the world, so it's not always right to use them to justify our actions
True
Thought, Feeling, Body Reaction, or Behavior?
This is hopeless.
Thought
This part of DBT helps us learn how to tolerate negative emotions rather than escape or avoid with unhelpful skills.
Distress Tolerance
This state of mind runs hot, focuses on moods, and often follows urges.
Emotional Mind
True or false: Mindfulness can only be practice while sitting cross-legged in a bougie yoga studio.
False: Mindfulness can be practiced anywhere at anytime, and can be active or calm.
What is the difference between a thought and an emotion?
Thoughts are ideas, perceptions, or opinions produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind, whereas feelings are emotions or reactions to physical or mental sensations.
Thought, Feeling, Body Reaction, or Behavior?
Sadness
Feeling/emotion
This part of DBT helps us to better understand, manage & change intense emotions
Emotional Regulation
This state of mind is a balance of emotion and logic, recognizing the importance and role of both. It shows our wisdom and reduces impulsivity.
Wise Mind
True or False: The goal of mindfulness is to get fully carried away by our thoughts.
False: Mindfulness helps us to be aware of our thoughts and feelings, but stay present in the moment.
What is the difference between an emotion and a behavior?
A behavior is a reaction or response to an emotion that we choose to do. We can control our behaviors.
Thought, Feeling, Body Reaction, or Behavior?
Throwing things
Behavior
DBT has how many main parts?
Four (mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness)
Share a time when you were able to act from a place of Wise Mind.
Thinking before speaking, walking away from conflict, problem solving...
Give an example of a mindfulness activity we have done in group.
ball toss name game, rainbow, body scan, mindful eating, spot the difference, sudoku, participation, breathing, group thunderstorm
True or false: The same situation will cause the same emotions for all people involved.
False. Each person's life experiences and perspectives will influence their emotional response.
Thought, Feeling, Body Reaction, or Behavior?
Excitement
Feeling/emotion