DBT overview
Explore the DBT overview, biosocial theory, dialectics and emotion dysregulation together.
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Guiding idea
Start here if you first need a complete overview before going into individual modules.
One possible starting point
DBT - Overview
If it is not yet clear which module or skill is right and therefore the overall DBT picture is needed first.
Also in: Mindfulness · Distress Tolerance · Emotion Regulation · Interpersonal Effectiveness
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Biosocial theory
If, before skill work, it must first be understood why strong emotional reactivity and being misunderstood reinforce each other.
Also in: Emotion Regulation
Dialectic
When, before actually choosing a skill, a dialectical framework is needed to maintain tension between two seemingly opposing truths.
Also in: Mindfulness · Distress Tolerance · Emotion Regulation · Interpersonal Effectiveness
Emotional Dysregulation
Before concrete modules or skills it must first become clear what is actually meant by emotional dysregulation in DBT.
Also in: Mindfulness · Distress Tolerance · Emotion Regulation
How the entries connect
The overview introduces the overall system. The other entries explore biosocial theory, dialectics and emotion dysregulation. Begin with the overview or open a specific concept.