L6

• Black-and-White Thinking


   Viewing situations in extreme terms (e.g., "I’m the worst sister for forgetting a birthday"). 
• Catastrophizing


  Expecting the worst possible outcome from a situation. 
• Mind Reading


  Assuming you know what others are thinking, usually negatively, without evidence. 
• Discounting the Positive:


   Dismissing or undervaluing positive experiences or accomplishments. 
• Treatment Approaches: Psychoeducation: 


  Educating the person and their family (whānau) about the condition and ways to manage it. 
• Treatment Approaches: Developing Skills with the Whānau


  Involves working with the whole family to support the person's development and wellbeing. 
• Support Services:


  Utilizing available community and health services to provide additional support for the person and family.
• Medications: 


  When necessary, using medications to help manage symptoms.