Cognitive Restructuring Steps Quiz

In Step 2, what is the focus when identifying feelings?

• Identifying all feelings experienced

• Identifying the most upsetting feeling

• Ignoring feelings altogether

• Focusing on positive feelings

What questions should you ask yourself in Step 3 for fear or anxiety?

• What bad thing do I expect to happen? What kind of danger am I in?

• What have I lost hope in? What is missing in my life?

• What bad thing have I done? What is wrong with me?

• What is unfair about this situation? Who has wronged me?

What should you consider in Step 4 when evaluating your thoughts about fear?

• Are my thoughts based on facts or assumptions?

• What do others think about my fears?

• How long have I been feeling this way?

• What is the worst-case scenario I can imagine?

In Step 1, what is the primary goal when recognizing triggers for anxiety?

• To identify specific situations that cause anxiety

• To ignore the triggers and move on

• To blame others for my anxiety

• To focus solely on physical symptoms

What questions should you ask in Step 5 to challenge negative thoughts?

• What evidence do I have that supports this thought?

• How can I avoid facing this thought?

• What would my friend say about this thought?

• Is this thought making me feel better or worse?

What should you do to reinforce positive thinking?

• What positive outcomes have I experienced in similar situations?

• What negative thoughts do I still have?

• How can I avoid thinking positively?

• What do others think about my positive thoughts?

What is the main objective when developing coping strategies?

• To create a plan for managing anxiety effectively

• To ignore the need for coping strategies

• To focus only on medication options

• To blame external factors for my anxiety

What key aspect should you assess, when reviewing your progress?

• What improvements have I noticed in my anxiety levels?

• What negative experiences have I had recently?

• How often do I feel anxious?

• What do others think about my progress?

What is an important factor to consider when creating a support system for managing anxiety?

• Choosing people who understand my situation

• Limiting communication with others

• Relying solely on online resources

• Ignoring the need for support

What is a beneficial practice to incorporate into daily life for reducing anxiety?

• Engaging in regular mindfulness or meditation

• Avoiding any form of exercise

• Staying isolated from social interactions

• Focusing only on negative thoughts