Unit 3 - LAC2 - Treatments: SIT Flashcards
What is Stress Inoculation Therapy (SIT)
SIT is a cognitive behavioural method aimed at reducing stress through conceptual skills training applied to real-world situations.
Who proposed Stress Inoculation Therapy (SIT)
Meichenbaum in 1972
What is the main goal of SIT
To prepare individuals for stressors and teach them coping strategies to deal with these stressors.
How many steps are there in SIT?
3
What is the first step of SIT
Conceptualisation.
What happens during the conceptualisation phase of SIT?
The person identifies their stressors and discusses their unique stress experiences with a therapist.
What are some questions asked during the conceptualisation phase?
When do you experience stress? 2. What do you do to reduce it? 3. What could you do to change the way you deal with stress?
What is the second step of SIT?
Skills acquisition and rehearsal.
What is taught during the skills acquisition and rehearsal phase?
Coping strategies that enable more positive thinking.
Name a relaxation technique taught in SIT.
Relaxation techniques.
What is cognitive redefinition in SIT?
Thinking about situations differently.
Under whose supervision are the coping strategies practised?
The therapist’s supervision.
What is the third step of SIT?
Application and follow-through (not explicitly mentioned but implied as the next logical step).
What is the purpose of the application and follow-through phase?
To apply the learned coping strategies to real-life stressors
How does SIT help with stress management?
By preparing individuals for stressors and teaching them effective coping strategies.
What type of therapy is SIT based on?
Cognitive behavioural therapy.
Why is the conceptualisation phase important in SIT
It helps individuals understand their stressors and current coping mechanisms.
What is the role of the therapist in SIT?
To guide the individual through identifying stressors, learning coping strategies, and practising these strategies.
Can SIT be applied to any type of stressor?
Yes, it is designed to prepare individuals for various stressors they may encounter.
What is the ultimate aim of SIT?
To reduce stress and improve coping mechanisms in real-world situations.
