DBT for Me
What are the three "Minds" in DBT?
Deep breathing is when you slow down your breathing so that your body will calm down. You take deep, slow, even breaths to let your body know it's ok to turn off "emergency mode."
True or False: Asking people for money, or to buy you things, is totally cool, and makes people around you comfortable and happy.
FALSE! Not only is asking for money and for people to buy you things against our rules- it also makes people uncomfortable and unhappy.
What does the word "Psychopharmacology" mean?
Psychopharmacology refers to the use of medication in treating mental health conditions.
Whose spouse has a motorcycle?
Debra- her husband has a Honda Silverwing (zoom zoom)
What is Rational Mind?
The part of your mind that focuses on logic, rules, language, and fairness.
What is the "dive response?" How can it be helpful?
The dive response is when you put your face in cold water for around 30 seconds. It makes your body stop "emergency mode" and can get you back to a place of calm pretty quickly.
True or False: Not telling anyone anything about yourself is having good boundaries.
False: if your boundaries are too rigid then you can't make friends and get along with others.
What is a drug's "Mechanism of Action?"
In pharmacology, the term mechanism of action (MOA) refers to the specific biochemical interaction through which a drug substance produces its pharmacological effect.
Translation: what the drug does in your body when you take it.
Whose spouse works at a famous university?
Bonus: name two
Elizabeth- husband works at UVA
Debra- husband also works at UVA
What is Emotion Mind?
The part of your mind that is in charge of feelings and emotions.
How can I calm down if I am angry or upset?
I could take a short walk, do some deep breathing, wash my face, listen to music, pray, or imagine being somewhere peaceful and relaxing.
True or False: telling someone everything about yourself in the first week you know them is having good boundaries.
False: "porous" boundaries are not rigid enough- like a cup with a hole in it. Make sure people are trustworthy first, and make sure you ask them about themselves, too, instead of just talking about yourself.
What is a "Central Nervous System (CNS) depressant"?
Something that suppresses, or "turns down," the nerves that control your pain and anxiety, as well as your heartbeat and breathing.
Whose spouse is a photographer?
Mike's wife is a photographer
What is Wise mind?
Wise mind is when your rational mind and emotional mind come together and make a wonderful team. When you are in Wise mind, you can handle rules, language, and logic while staying kind, understanding, and compassionate.
What's it called when is really easy to get freaked out because you're constantly worried?
Anxiety
from the German "Angst," meaning fear
True or False: "I'm willing to bend to your requests within reason, but I refuse to violate my principles" is a statement that reflects good boundaries.
True: being flexible but principled is a good way to be. People know where you stand, but they also know that you are kind and helpful. Thomas Jefferson said: “In matters of style, swim with the current. In matters of principle, stand like a rock.”
True or False: It's OK to drink alcohol if you're taking a Central Nervous System depressant.
NOOOOOOOPE
False. Do not do this! It's very dangerous.
Elizabeth- she worked as a hospital chaplain as part of her M.Div degree
True or False: Rational Mind is better than Emotion Mind
False (unless you're a robot, in which case: 000010000000100000001100000001000000000 (little inside joke)
True or False: eating a big breakfast can help relieve anxiety.
TRUE! Eat healthy protein and fat for breakfast and it will help your anxiety AND your blood sugar.
"We just met yesterday but we are already in love!"
Is this something someone with healthy boundaries would say?
Nooooope
Healthy relationships take time to develop, but they are worth it!
What is "Insulin?"
Bonus: What does it do?
Insulin is a chemical produced in your pancreas. It helps your body keep your blood sugar in a healthy balance. If your body can't make it's own, you can take it as a shot.
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