14 Homework

Purpose: Develop targeted behavioral activation strategies to improve mood and reduce fatigue

Part 1. Practice cognitive reframing:

  • Review list of cognitive distortions
  • Practice identifying cognitive distortions around Theo
  • Examine evidence for and against these thoughts
  • Practice reframing

Part 2. Behavioral activation strategies:

  • Eating lunch outside or going for a walk on lunch break
  • Dancing, listening to music while cooking
  • Dedicated time to read for pleasure each evening before bed

Part 3. Prepare for Next Session

  • Review STAI results at next session and begin structured protocol.
  • Workbook Reading: Review Session 2

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