Core Mindfulness Skills Flashcards

A client says, "I keep noticing my heart racing, but I don't put any words to it." Which DBT "what" skill is the client primarily using?

Answer: Observe

Observe is wordless noticing of sensations, thoughts, and emotions without labeling them.

In Linehan's model, wise mind is best described as:

Answer: The integration of emotion mind and reasonable mind, adding intuitive knowing

Wise mind is the synthesis of emotion mind and reasonable mind, plus intuitive knowing.

Which set correctly lists the three mindfulness "how" skills?

Answer: Nonjudgmentally, one-mindfully, effectively

The "how" skills describe the manner of practicing: nonjudgmentally, one-mindfully, and effectively.

A client notices they are judging themselves for being judgmental. What does DBT teach in this situation?

Answer: Don't judge your judging; simply notice it

Linehan's nonjudgmental skill explicitly instructs clients not to judge their judging.

Which statement best reflects the "describe" skill?

Answer: "I notice the thought 'my boss hates me' and a tight feeling in my chest."

Describe labels observed facts and experiences, including labeling a thought as a thought rather than a fact.

Why is mindfulness taught at the start of every DBT skills module rotation?

Answer: Because it is the foundation underlying all other DBT skills

Core mindfulness is the foundation for all DBT skills, so it is reviewed briefly before each module.

A client is so caught up in feeling rejected that facts and logic seem irrelevant. Which state of mind is this?

Answer: Emotion mind

Emotion mind occurs when thinking and behavior are controlled mainly by current emotions.