🧠 DBT Jeopardy: Pros & Cons, Radical Acceptance, & Control Edition

💭 CATEGORY 1: Pros & Cons Basics

100

What does "Pros and Cons" help you decide?

The benefits and cost of a behavior or decision

200

True or False:Pros and cons is about judging a behavior as good or bad.

False - its about understanding, not judging 

300

Whats one benefit of writing out your pros and cons instead of thinking them in your head 

it helps you think more clearly and make mindful choices 

400

What's one short term pro of acting on urge?

you might feel better right away.

500

What's one short term con of giving into an impulsive urge?

it might make things worse or create guilt/regret later

⚖️ CATEGORY 2: Short-Term vs. Long-Term Thinking

100

Whats one short term benefit of avoiding your problems?

You dont have to feel uncomfortable OR anxious

200

Whats one long term benefit of avoiding your problems?

The problem can get worse or harder to fix later

300

What does DBT call it when you act without thinking about Long Term results 

Action on Emotional Mind

400

What can help you balance short and long term thinking before making a decision?

Using Wise Mind

500

Why is it important to think about both short term and long term effects before acting?

It helps you make choices that support your goal, not just your feelings 

🧘🏽‍♀️ CATEGORY 3: Radical Acceptance

100

What is Radical Acceptance?

Accepting reality as it is, even when it’s painful

200

True or False: Radical Acceptance means you approve of what happened.

False – It means you understand reality, not that you like it

300

Name one thing Radical Acceptance can help with.

Letting go of anger, reducing suffering, or moving forward

400

What happens when you refuse to accept reality?

You stay stuck in suffering and make things harder

500

What’s one way to practice Radical Acceptance in the moment?

Take deep breaths, repeat “it is what it is,” or focus on what you can control

🔄 CATEGORY 4: What’s in My Control?

100

What’s one thing you can control in any situation?

Your attitude, reactions, or choices

200

What’s one thing you cannot control?

The past or other people

300

Why is trying to control others a problem?

It wastes energy and creates frustration

400

What can you do when you realize something is out of your control?

Accept it and focus on what you can change

500

What’s a sign you’re focusing too much on things you can’t control?

Feeling drained, angry, or helpless

🧩 CATEGORY 5: Real-Life Scenarios

100

You studied hard for a test but still got a low grade. What DBT skill could help you accept this?

Radical Acceptance

200

You want to skip class to avoid anxiety, but you know it might hurt your grade. What skill can help you think it through?

Pros & Cons

300

Your friend ignores your message, and you want to text them 10 times. What should you remind yourself about control?

You can’t control them  only how you respond

400

You can’t change a rule at home, but you can change your reaction to it. What’s that called?

your reaction to it. What’s that called?Radical Acceptance

500

You’re deciding whether to confront a friend who hurt you. What skill helps you look at both sides first?

Pros and Cons