Spread the knowledge! This poster serves as a reminder that your choices matter. Maintaining mental health can be a struggle for anyone at any time, so maybe it's time we incorporate more compassion into our interactions and relationships, especially when directed toward those closest to us. Save it as your wallpaper or hang it on any wall to share this considerate and informative message.
I want to share the Biopsychosocial Model for Mental Health to showcase how many different aspects of our lives affect our mental health.
Selective Mutism is a mental health condition that most commonly affects children, in which the child can only speak in specific situations.
Distress tolerance is the ability to endure and tolerate distressing situations without making things worse, and is one of the four primary learning modules in DBT. Clients with low distress tolerance struggle to manage intense emotions, which makes them prone to using unhealthy coping mechanisms. The What is Distress Tolerance in DBT handout introduces distress tolerance by describing its purpose, the three main goals of the skill, and some of its primary benefits. At the bottom of the handout, clients can find a list of specific distress tolerance skills, such as STOP, TIPP, ACCEPTS, and IMPROVE. When young people use distress tolerance skills, they can experience short-term relief during stressful situations and develop better self-control. A creative tip for helping a child or teen practice distress tolerance at home is to create a calm corner or “relaxation zone” where they can do deep breathing, squeeze a stress ball, or engage in other relaxing distress tolerance activities. Our Distress Tolerance Skills handout can be a helpful add-on for a detailed, 1-page overview of several distress tolerance skills. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. References: Jamilian HR, Malekirad AA, Farhadi M, Habibi M, Zamani N. Effectiveness of group dialectical behavior therapy (based on core distress tolerance and emotion regulation components) one expulsive anger and impulsive behaviors. Glob J Health Sci. 2014;6(7 Spec No):116-123. doi:10.5539/gjhs.v6n7p116 Lp, J. E. P. (2015c). Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training with Adolescents: A Practical Workbook for Therapists, Teens & Parents. PESI Publishing & Media. Linehan, M. M. (2014). DBT skills training handouts and worksheets. Guilford Publications.
Urge surfing involves mindfully noticing and “riding out” urges as they rise and fall in intensity until they eventually subside. Urge surfing with mindfulness has helped break unhealthy habits like binge eating and other addictive behaviors. Practicing this skill does not automatically reduce urges, but it changes how we respond, leading to self-control and mastery in overcoming them. The Urge Surfing DBT Worksheets feature three worksheet activities for clients to answer questions about the skill. Through these activities, they get a chance to reflect on their triggers, the thoughts and sensations they have, how they handled the urge, and what they can do better next time. Using these worksheets helps kids and teens learn to accept an urge and its accompanying discomfort, which can lead to better self-control. When used in individual or group discussions, you can start by introducing the concept of urge surfing. These worksheets can be used alongside our Urge Surfing Technique handout, which provides a summary of the technique. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. References: Bowen, S., Chawla, N., Grow, J., & Marlatt, G. A. (2021). Mindfulness-Based relapse prevention for addictive behaviors: A Clinician’s Guide. Guilford Publications. Juarascio, A. S., Manasse, S. M., Schumacher, L. M., Espel, H. M., & Forman, E. M. (2017). Developing an Acceptance-Based Behavioral Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder: Rationale and Challenges. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 24(1), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpra.2015.12.005 Singh, N. N., Lancioni, G. E., Karazsia, B. T., Myers, R. E., Kim, E., Chan, J., Jackman, M. M., McPherson, C. L., & Janson, M. (2019). Surfing the Urge: An informal mindfulness practice for the self-management of aggression by adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 12, 170–177. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcbs.2018.10.003
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The Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Behavior Chain Analysis is a structured process that helps individuals break down a problematic behavior into parts and examine their thoughts, feelings, and actions that may have led to it. It’s being used in almost every therapy session so that both the client and the therapist can develop coping strategies together. The DBT Behavior Chain Analysis Worksheet includes a handout that serves as a guide showing the steps involved in doing the analysis, such as describing the problematic behavior and its consequences. The other page is a worksheet where clients can perform their actual analysis during therapy sessions or self-reflection at home. Analyzing the chain of events allows kids and teens to understand their behavior patterns and triggers, which encourages them to explore healthier ways to cope. For parents whose children are struggling with behaviors that cause distress, we recommend working together to explore and practice strategies like deep breathing, meditation, and creative expression. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. References: Rizvi, S. L., & Ritschel, L. A. (2014). Mastering the art of chain analysis in dialectical behavior therapy. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 21(3), 335–349. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpra.2013.09.002
Developmental Trauma Disorder is a new phrase used for children growing up with seriously adverse symptoms, like those seen in combat veterans with PTSD.
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I never practiced healthy eating habits growing up. I’d skip breakfast every single day out of convenience. When it came to the rest of my meals, I ate whatever I wanted. I was an emotional eater and…
A brief review of Jean Piaget's Stages of Cognitive Development. How to remember the stages of cognition.
You probably haven’t had to do longhand math in years, but you do mental math every day. Or maybe you google math problems ten times a day, because yo
This is a round-up of interventions I found online for anger. You will find craft activities, scripts, toys, games, and videos to help children manage anger.
Urge surfing involves mindfully noticing and “riding out” urges as they rise and fall in intensity until they eventually subside. Urge surfing with mindfulness has helped break unhealthy habits like binge eating and other addictive behaviors. Practicing this skill does not automatically reduce urges, but it changes how we respond, leading to self-control and mastery in overcoming them. The Urge Surfing DBT Worksheets feature three worksheet activities for clients to answer questions about the skill. Through these activities, they get a chance to reflect on their triggers, the thoughts and sensations they have, how they handled the urge, and what they can do better next time. Using these worksheets helps kids and teens learn to accept an urge and its accompanying discomfort, which can lead to better self-control. When used in individual or group discussions, you can start by introducing the concept of urge surfing. These worksheets can be used alongside our Urge Surfing Technique handout, which provides a summary of the technique. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. References: Bowen, S., Chawla, N., Grow, J., & Marlatt, G. A. (2021). Mindfulness-Based relapse prevention for addictive behaviors: A Clinician’s Guide. Guilford Publications. Juarascio, A. S., Manasse, S. M., Schumacher, L. M., Espel, H. M., & Forman, E. M. (2017). Developing an Acceptance-Based Behavioral Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder: Rationale and Challenges. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 24(1), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpra.2015.12.005 Singh, N. N., Lancioni, G. E., Karazsia, B. T., Myers, R. E., Kim, E., Chan, J., Jackman, M. M., McPherson, C. L., & Janson, M. (2019). Surfing the Urge: An informal mindfulness practice for the self-management of aggression by adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 12, 170–177. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcbs.2018.10.003
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Beautiful minimalism. Relatable hopes, dreams, fears, and worries. And a unique way to visualize mental health. At the intersection of all these things are the wonderfully pure illustrations by Worry Lines.
Our Defense Mechanisms Poster for Mental Health Professionals (Digital PDF) can be downloaded and printed by you or printed professionally for your mental health practice.
Cognitive distortions are exaggerated patterns of thought that are not based on facts and can result in people viewing things more negatively than they really are.
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I am a designer based in San Francisco. During the day, I work for a tech company and look at a lot of business charts. In my spare time, I've been also enjoying making some fun Venn diagrams and various charts. It turns out that making a chart is a quick and effective way to communicate absolutely any concept, from dating to procrastination.
Radical acceptance coping statements, such as “This feeling will pass, and I will be okay” and “Everything happens for a reason” are helpful reminders of things you can tell yourself during distressing situations. Repeating these positive affirmations can be challenging at first, but thoughts can become more positive with practice, which can increase resilience. The Radical Acceptance Coping Statements PDF handout presents various affirmations that clients can use during difficult circumstances. The affirmations are accompanied by visuals to make them more attractive and understandable. They can choose any coping statement that resonates with them depending on the situation they’re dealing with. Using radical coping statements promotes self-compassion and a sense of acceptance for young people who are having a difficult time. If your child or teen struggles with something in school or at home, they can turn to this handout and repeat an affirmation aloud. For an added benefit, users can pair this handout with our Radical Acceptance Coping Statements worksheet. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. References: Paulhus, D. L., & COUÉ, E. (1993). Bypassing the will: The automatization of affirmations. JMS, 4, 1. Demarin, V., & Moroic, S. (2014). Neuroplasticity. Periodicum biologorum, 116(2), 209-211. Linehan, M. M. (2014). DBT skills training handouts and worksheets. Guilford Publications. Critcher, C. R., Dunning, D., & Armor, D. A. (2010). When self-affirmations reduce defensiveness: Timing is key. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 36(7), 947-959.Wood, J. V., Elaine Perunovic, W. Q., & Lee, J. W. (2009). Positive self-statements: Power for some, peril for others. Psychological Science, 20(7), 860-866.
Transient tic disorder or provisional tic disorder is a motor disorder in which a person undergoes involuntary motor and/or verbal tics for under one year