36 Questions
Which of the following is NOT one of the three pillars of DBT?
Assertive Communication
What does the D in DEAR MAN stand for?
Describe
What is the importance of using 'I' statements in the E of DEAR MAN?
It helps you express how you feel
What does the A in DEAR MAN stand for?
Assert
What does the R in DEAR MAN stand for?
Reinforce
Why is it important to stay mindful in DEAR MAN?
To avoid distractions
What should you do if the other person attacks you personally during DEAR MAN?
Ignore attacks and hold your ground
What does the A in APPEAR stand for in DEAR MAN?
Appear
What does the N in DEAR MAN stand for?
Negotiate
What is the benefit of practicing DEAR MAN with people who are easier to talk to?
It helps build confidence
What are some benefits of using DEAR MAN?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a technique under Interpersonal Effectiveness?
DBT
Which of the following is NOT one of the three pillars of DBT?
Assertive Communication
What does the D in DEAR MAN stand for?
Describe
What is the importance of using 'I' statements in the E of DEAR MAN?
It helps you express how you feel
What does the A in DEAR MAN stand for?
Assert
What does the R in DEAR MAN stand for?
Reinforce
Why is it important to stay mindful in DEAR MAN?
To avoid distractions
What should you do if the other person attacks you personally during DEAR MAN?
Ignore attacks and hold your ground
What does the A in APPEAR stand for in DEAR MAN?
Appear
What does the N in DEAR MAN stand for?
Negotiate
What is the benefit of practicing DEAR MAN with people who are easier to talk to?
It helps build confidence
What are some benefits of using DEAR MAN?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a technique under Interpersonal Effectiveness?
DBT
Which of the following is NOT one of the pillars of Dialectical Behavior Therapy?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What does the D in DEAR MAN stand for?
Describe
Why is it important to use 'I' statements in the Express part of DEAR MAN?
To express how you feel
What does the A in DEAR MAN stand for?
Assert
What does the R in DEAR MAN stand for?
Reinforce
What does the M in DEAR MAN stand for?
Mindful
What should you do if the other person starts attacking you personally during a conversation?
Ignore it
What does the A in APPEAR stand for?
Appear
What does the N in DEAR MAN stand for?
Negotiate
What is the purpose of practicing DEAR MAN with people who are easier to talk to?
To build confidence
What are some benefits of using DEAR MAN?
To communicate clearly and get needs met
What is the purpose of the Interpersonal Effectiveness pillar of DBT?
To improve relationships
Study Notes
DEAR MAN: How to Communicate Effectively and Assertively
- DBT stands for Dialectical Behavior Therapy and has three pillars: Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Emotion Regulation.
- DEAR MAN falls under Interpersonal Effectiveness and is a technique to communicate clearly and assertively.
- The D in DEAR MAN stands for "Describe," which means to describe a situation and stick to the facts.
- The E in DEAR MAN stands for "Express" and it's important to use "I" statements and express how you feel.
- The A in DEAR MAN stands for "Assert," which means to ask directly for what you want or say no very clearly.
- The R in DEAR MAN stands for "Reinforce" and it means to reward the behavior you like in the other person.
- The M in DEAR MAN stands for "Mindful" and it's important to keep your focus on what you want and avoid distractions.
- Ignore attacks if the other person starts attacking you personally, hold your ground and repeat what you have asked for.
- The A in DEAR MAN stands for "Appear" and it's important to appear confident, make eye contact, and speak loudly and clearly.
- The N in DEAR MAN stands for "Negotiate" and it's important to come to a compromise where both parties are happy.
- DEAR MAN can be useful in many different situations, and practicing with people who are easier to talk to can help build confidence.
- Using DEAR MAN can help manage overwhelming situations, communicate clearly and get needs met, and can change your life.
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