Expectancy theory has shown that when people expect to have fun, they usually do, and when they expect that something will not be fun, it usually isn’t [15]. In the early stages of substance abuse, using is mostly a positive experience for those who are emotionally and genetically predisposed. Later, when using turns into a …
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It frees you from these things that hold you back, giving you the opportunity to have deeper and more meaningful connections and engage in activities that bring you joy. Sobriety can also help improve your mental health, reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety and helping you experience a greater sense of well-being. Everything in your …
In the context of DBT, mindfulness is broken down into “what” skills and “how” skills. As these are in a group setting, the clients have opportunities to interact with others and roleplay scenarios. This component can help with challenging negative thought patterns. For instance, instead of thinking, ‘It’s not fair,’ they may ask themselves instead, …
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