ORIENTATION Flashcards
1
Q
WHAT IS “APPROACH ORIENTATION”
A
GOALS FOCUS ON DESIRABLE OUTCOMES THAT YOU WANT TO ACHIEVE.
2
Q
WHY IS APPROACH ORIENTATION FAVORABLE FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CHANGE?
A
APPROACH ORIENTATION CAN FEEL EMPOWERING, LESS SERIOUS AND REQUIRE LESS VIGILANCE
3
Q
WHAT IS “AVOIDANCE ORIENTATION”?
A
GOALS FOCUSED ON UNDESIRABLE OUTCOMES THAT YOU WANT TO AVOID. It’s more vigilant for problems and more cautious. Think of the kids climbing the tree and the parents reaction.
