DBT for Specific Populations Flashcards

How is DBT adapted for clients with intellectual disabilities?

Answer: Simplified language, visual aids, shorter sessions, and caregiver involvement are commonly used adaptations

DBT for clients with intellectual disabilities typically involves simplified language and materials, shorter session lengths, use of visual aids, and involvement of caregivers in skills training.

What is DBT PE (DBT + Prolonged Exposure), and when is it used?

Answer: A protocol integrating DBT skills with prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD after Stage 1 DBT goals are achieved

DBT PE combines DBT with prolonged exposure for PTSD, and is typically initiated after Stage 1 DBT goals are met to ensure the client is stable enough for trauma processing.

Which population was DBT first adapted for after its original development for BPD?

Answer: Substance use disorders

One of the earliest adaptations of DBT was for substance use disorders (DBT-SUD), developed by Linehan and colleagues in the 1990s.

What does research suggest about DBT's effectiveness with adolescent suicidality?

Answer: DBT-A has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing suicidal ideation and self-harm in adolescents

Research has consistently shown that DBT-A reduces suicidal ideation, suicide attempts, and non-suicidal self-injury in adolescent populations compared to standard care.

How does DBT address the needs of transgender and gender-diverse clients?

Answer: Adaptations may include affirming language, addressing minority stress, and integrating gender-affirming care goals

Culturally responsive DBT for transgender and gender-diverse clients involves affirming language, addressing minority stress and stigma, and potentially integrating gender-affirming goals into treatment.

What is the rationale for including family members in DBT-A treatment?

Answer: Adolescents live in family systems where patterns of invalidation often persist, and family involvement promotes generalization of skills

Family involvement in DBT-A is based on the biosocial theory — families may unknowingly maintain invalidating patterns, and involving them helps change these patterns and generalize skills.