DBT Defined
DBT means
What is "Dialectical Behavioral Therapy"?
The DBT state of mind that combines emotions with logical thinking to make an effective decision
What is "Wise Mind"?
This Acronym stands for "Don't get too hungry, angry, lonely or tired?
What is HALT
This is an experience that rises, peaks, and changes; it is not a command.
What is "Urge"? Also accepted (Negative emotion)
These DBT Skills help people in their relationships
What are "Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills"?
DBT combines both ________________________________ and ________________________________ philosophies
What is "Eastern/Western"?
“I am furious, so I'm going to send an angry text right now” is an example of this state of mind.
What is "Emotional Mind"?
This DBT skill means not immediately reacting to a triggering situation.
What is "STOP?"
This is called learning to identify, understand and express how we feel.
What is "emotional regulation"?
This set of skills helps you communicate your needs effectively with others.
What is "DEAR MAN"?
In DBT, this means holding two things that seem opposite at the same time and looking for a way to integrate them rather than choosing only one side.
What is "Dialectics"?
“I don't care how I feel. I'm going to make the decision based only on the facts” is an example of this state of mind.
What is "Reasonable Mind?"
Mindfullness invites us to observe________________.
What is "the present moment"?
This is the DBT practice of fully acknowledging reality as it is in the present moment—even when you don't like it
What is "Radical Acceptance"?
This set of skills helps protect a relationship in recovery.
What is "GIVE"?
DBT teaches people to ________________ while building skills to ______________________
What is: "accept the reality of the present moment" and "change behaviors that are not working"?
You are having a strong craving but tell yourself: “I really want to use, AND using will create problems for me. I'm going to call my sponsor instead.” This demonstrates this DBT concept.
What is "What is Wise Mind"?
This skill uses temperature, intense exercise, and paced breathing to rapidly reduce intense physiological arousal.
What is "TIP"?
Accepting a call from a friend when we are feeling intense shame rather than isolating indicates we are practicing this skill.
What is "Opposite Action"?
This set of skills reflects self respect in a relationship.
What is "FAST?"
DBT focuses on skill building in what 4 basic areas.
What are "Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Skills Building, Mindfulness and Distress Tolerance"?
True or False: Being in Wise Mind means you no longer experience strong emotions.
What is "False"?
This DBT Skill helps a person identify predictable high-risk situations before they happen.
What is "Coping Ahead"?
This set of skills can help the brain de-escalate when it is in an threat-focused state.
What is "IMPROVE the moment"?
What Part of DEAR MAN is reflected in the following response: "If you want to hang out, we can go somewhere that doesn't involve drinking."
What is "N (Or Negotiate)?"