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What is emotional reasoning?

  • A type of thinking that only occurs in individuals with personality disorders
  • A way of thinking that is always accurate
  • A pattern of problematic thinking in which intense feelings are believed to be true without evidence (correct)
  • A way of thinking that is always rational and evidence-based

    • Who is at a higher risk for experiencing perceptual distortions in thoughts, feelings, and emotions?

  • Individuals with personality disorders (correct)
  • Individuals who are highly rational
  • Individuals who are highly emotional
  • Individuals without personality disorders

    • What are some consequences of emotional reasoning?

  • Increased rational thinking
  • Improved relationships
  • Decreased emotional sensitivity
  • Acting out behaviors that sabotage relationships and cause problems in one's life (correct)

    • What are two key strategies for managing emotional reasoning?

    <p>Slowing down and challenging one's feelings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is emotional reasoning common only in individuals with personality disorders?

    <p>No, emotional reasoning is common in both individuals with and without personality disorders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of recognizing and understanding emotional reasoning?

    <p>To manage problematic thinking (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in challenging emotional reasoning?

    <p>Asking oneself what is causing the intense feelings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of challenging emotional reasoning?

    <p>To add a rational and controlling component to one's self-perception and response to situations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some behaviors that can result from emotional reasoning?

    <p>Accusing others of lying or cheating, engaging in promiscuous behavior, or pushing others away (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is it necessary to only practice emotional reasoning strategies when triggered?

    <p>No, practicing these strategies on a continual basis can help individuals gain control over their emotions and respond positively in different situations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Are mental health skills, like challenging emotional reasoning, easy to develop?

    <p>No, mental health skills are like roller skating in that the more one practices, the better they become (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of building emotional reasoning skills?

    <p>Helping individuals gain control over their emotions and respond positively to situations, even when triggered (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Understanding Emotional Reasoning in Borderline Personality Disorder

    • Emotional reasoning is a pattern of problematic thinking in which intense feelings are believed to be true without evidence.
    • This type of thinking can lead to acting out behaviors that sabotage relationships and cause problems in one's life.
    • Emotional reasoning is common in both individuals with and without personality disorders, but those with personality disorders may experience it more intensely.
    • Recognizing and understanding emotional reasoning is crucial for anyone who experiences this type of problematic thinking.
    • Slowing down and challenging one's feelings are two key strategies for managing emotional reasoning.
    • Individuals with personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder, may be at a higher risk for experiencing perceptual distortions in thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
    • Challenging emotional reasoning involves asking oneself what is causing the intense feelings and what factual evidence supports those feelings.
    • Practicing these strategies on a continual basis, not just when triggered, can help individuals gain control over their emotions and respond positively in different situations.
    • Emotional reasoning can lead to behaviors such as accusing others of lying or cheating, engaging in promiscuous behavior, or pushing others away.
    • Challenging emotional reasoning adds a rational and controlling component to one's self-perception and response to situations.
    • Mental health skills, like challenging emotional reasoning, are like roller skating in that the more one practices, the better they become.
    • Building these skills can help individuals gain control over their emotions and respond positively to situations, even when triggered.

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