Cognitive Behavioral Strategies and Techniques

The video explains how stress, often seen as negative, can be beneficial in small doses. It highlights the brain's role in stress response and the potential negative effects of excessive stress. Strategies to manage stress include changing thoughts and behaviors, stopping negative thinking patterns, and using relaxation techniques like deep breathing and muscle relaxation. These methods help in managing stress effectively.

What is the primary function of the brain when it perceives a threat?

• To decrease heart rate

• To increase hunger

• To redirect blood flow and release chemicals

• To relax the body

How can changing your thoughts impact your behavior?

• It can lead to more stress

• It can make you forgetful

• It has no impact

• It can change your behavior positively

What is 'stinking thinking'?

• Positive affirmations

• Neutral thoughts

• Unhelpful and exaggerated thoughts

• Helpful thoughts

Which of the following is an example of 'mind reading'?

• Thinking you must be perfect

• Believing you know what someone else is thinking

• Feeling calm and relaxed

• Assuming you will fail a test

What is the 'all or nothing' thinking pattern?

• Thinking in shades of gray

• Believing in gradual improvement

• Thinking in extremes

• Being open to new ideas

What is a simple strategy to help calm the brain and body?

• Taking a few deep breaths

• Eating a large meal

• Running a marathon

• Watching TV

What is the first step in the 'tense and relax' exercise?

• Tensing your toes

• Jumping up and down

• Holding your breath

• Counting backwards

How long should you tense your muscles in the 'tense and relax' exercise?

• For a count of five

• For a count of ten

• For a count of fifteen

• For a count of twenty

What is the benefit of using the 'tense and relax' exercise?

• It makes you more alert

• It helps with falling asleep

• It increases stress levels

• It helps you stay awake

What is the overall goal of the strategies discussed in the video?

• To manage stress effectively

• To eliminate stress completely

• To increase stress levels

• To ignore stress