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A - Adversity
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Role
- The Triggering Event
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Types
- External events: Trauma, Loss, Rejection, etc.
- Internal events: Thoughts, Memories, Bodily sensations, etc.
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Example
- Real-life scenarios illustrating the diversity of activating events.
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Application
- Improving self-awareness and emotional regulation.
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B - Beliefs
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Role
- Interpretation of the Event
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Types
- Rational Beliefs: Based on fact, logical reasoning, and promote well-being.
- Irrational Beliefs: Based on false assumptions, illogical reasoning, and can lead to negative outcomes.
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Example
- Evaluating behaviors to infer underlying beliefs.
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Application
- Techniques for challenging and changing dysfunctional thoughts.
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C - Consequences
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Role
- Response to the Belief
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Types
- Emotional Consequences
- Behavioral Consequences
- Cognitive Consequences
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Example
- Self-analysis and growth, relationship management, goal setting and achievement.
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Application
- Utilizing it to enhance decision-making skills.
- The ABC Model is a technique used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a form of psychotherapy that helps individuals reshape their negative thoughts and feelings in a positive way.