Cycle 12 - Flashcard Set 2
What is the first step in changing BPD?
Identifying BPD is just the start of the process to change it.
What are the two types of content that need to be addressed to rework BPD?
Core content and surface content need to be addressed to rework BPD and lessen its impact.
What reinforces maladaptive BPD patterns?
Beliefs, behaviors, and patterns reinforce maladaptive BPD patterns.
What can beliefs about oneself be?
Beliefs about oneself can be either enhancing or maladaptive.
What reinforces beliefs?
Beliefs are often reinforced by friends, family, and experiences.
What does the BPD lens distort?
BPD lens distorts how individuals see themselves, others, and the world.
What reinforces maladaptive beliefs?
Maladaptive behaviors reinforce maladaptive beliefs which reinforce BPD.
What can change maladaptive patterns?
Challenging beliefs and engaging in adaptive behaviors can change maladaptive patterns.
What are the most challenging things to change in BPD?
Patterns are the most challenging things to change as they become habits.
What do internalized patterns relate to?
Internalized patterns relate to how individuals feel they should act or feel about themselves.
What are internalized patterns based on?
Internalized patterns are based on earlier beliefs, experiences, behaviors, and consequences.
What can ultimately change BPD?
Changing beliefs, behaviors, and patterns can ultimately change BPD.
