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How much do you know about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)?

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What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

An evidence-based psychotherapy developed by Marsha M. Linehan (correct)

A type of surgery to treat self-harm

A form of medication for mood disorders

A type of exercise to improve cognitive function

What is the purpose of DBT?

To increase physical strength

To improve social skills

To decrease intelligence

To increase emotional and cognitive regulation by learning coping skills to avoid undesired reactions (correct)

What mental health conditions can DBT be useful in treating?

Anxiety disorders

Eating disorders

Mood disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and substance use (correct)

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD

What is the biosocial theory of mental illness?

<p>A theory that mental illness is caused by a combination of biological and environmental factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the synthesis or integration of opposites in DBT?

<p>Combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with concepts of distress tolerance, acceptance, and mindful awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy developed by Marsha M. Linehan.
DBT was designed to help people increase their emotional and cognitive regulation by learning coping skills to avoid undesired reactions.
DBT is useful in treating mood disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and substance use.
DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with concepts of distress tolerance, acceptance, and mindful awareness.
DBT is based on the biosocial theory of mental illness and is effective in treating borderline personality disorder.
DBT has been used to treat depression, drug and alcohol problems, PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, binge-eating disorder, and mood disorders.
The first randomized clinical trial of DBT showed reduced rates of suicidal gestures, psychiatric hospitalizations, and treatment dropouts.
DBT reached moderate effects in individuals with BPD in a meta-analysis.
DBT involves a synthesis or integration of opposites.
DBT evolved from failed attempts to apply standard CBT protocols to chronically suicidal clients.

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Test your knowledge about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a psychotherapy designed to help people regulate their emotions and cope with undesired reactions. Learn about its history, effectiveness, and applications in treating mood disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and substance use. Challenge yourself with questions about the principles of DBT, its techniques, and its success rates. This quiz is perfect for mental health professionals, students, or anyone interested in learning more about DBT.