Safety
This is the foundation of the Seeking Safety model
What is creating safety
PTSD stands for this
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Turn I cant do this into a healthy thought
What is I'm doing the best I can or I can take it one step at a time or I got this
A possible consequence of using a healthy coping skill.
What is feeling calmer or more in control
This is an unhealthy way to cope with emotional pain.
This is an unhealthy way to cope with emotional pain.
One way to create physical safety in your environment
What is removing harmful items or avoiding unsafe places
Flashbacks and nightmares are examples of this type of symptom
What are re-experiencing symptoms
I don't deserve to feel better
I deserve healing and peace
I am worthy of healing
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A consequence of ignoring your triggers.
What is increased risk of relapse
An unhealthy response to feeling triggered.
What is isolating or lashing out at others?
Emotional safety means feeling this in your relationships
What is secure, respected, or supported
Avoiding reminders of trauma is this kind of PTSD symptom
What is avoidance
"No one cares about me.”
What is “There are people who care, even if it’s hard to see right now”
A benefit of making healthy life choices.
What is building self-esteem or trust
This unhealthy choice often leads to guilt and shame
What is lying or hiding your behavior
This type of boundary helps protect your emotional safety
What is a healthy boundary
Name a personal coping mechanism for PTSD
Answers will vary
I always mess things up
What is “I’ve made mistakes, but I’m learning and growing”?
A consequence of not asking for help.
What is feeling isolated or overwhelmed
An unhealthy way to deal with boredom in recovery
What is engaging in risky behavior or contacting unsafe people
Name one internal and one external way to increase your sense of safety.
What are grounding techniques (internal) and support systems (external)
This part of the brain is often overactive in people with PTSD.
“I’m too broken to change.”
“I’m too broken to change.”
A long-term consequence of consistent unhealthy choices.
What is relapse, damaged relationships, or emotional distress
This unhealthy choice can damage trust in relationships.
What is breaking promises or avoiding accountability?