This Week in Adult DBT Group

This week in Adult DBT Group we reviewed the inventory for interpersonal relationships and taught the Cheerleading skill.  Cheerleading statements are used to help overcome our worry thoughts and get/maintain good relationships.  Examples include "It is ok to want or need something from somebody else" and "The fact that I say no to someone does not make me a selfish person." As a reminder, there will be NO Adult DBT Groups next week due to Labor Day and Rosh Hashannah.

This Week in Adolscent and Family DBT Group

This week in Adolescent and Family DBT Group, we are reviewing the TIPP skill and the whole Emotion Regulation module.  The Emotion Regulation module teaches us how to change emotions that we want to change.  The TIP skill specifically has to do with reducing painful emotions right now.  The four ways to do this include: changing your body temperature, intensely exercising, progressively relaxing your muscles, and using paced breathing.

NY Times Article on Sleep and Exercise

Click here to read an article from this week's NY Times about the relationship between exercise and insomnia.  Research suggests that a regular exercise program can significantly improve insomnia.