Bass, Richard
The DBT Workbook for Teens
- ISBN 13:
- 9781958350164
- author:
- Bass, Richard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- RBG Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 84
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 20.3 x 0.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Emotions,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The DBT Workbook for Teens: A Guide to Mindfulness and Emotion Regulation Life as a teenager can be overwhelming, with unexpected twists and turns that can be difficult to cope with. This workbook provides a valuable resource for teens to learn effective stress management techniques at their own pace. Based on the principles of dialectical behavioral therapy, it teaches four core skills: mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills promise to teach valuable coping strategies, such as mindfulness to identify and let go of unwanted thoughts and emotions, emotional regulation to describe and observe strong emotions without being taken by them, and distress tolerance to strengthen emotional resilience in the face of challenges. The workbook also covers how to break free from cycles of overthinking, self-soothe and de-escalate stressful situations, and recognize, manage, and accept overpowering emotions. With practical exercises and techniques, this workbook provides a supportive and accessible guide for teens to develop the skills they need to manage everyday life stressors and improve their overall well-being.