Stress inoculation

• What is the main focus of Stress Inoculation Training (SIT)?

  Managing stress through cognitive techniques
• Who developed Stress Inoculation Training (SIT)?

  Meichenbaum and Cameron
• What is the main aim of SIT?

  To protect against stressors before they happen
• Name the three phases of SIT in order.

  Cognitive preparation, skill acquisition, application
• Give one example of an uncontrollable stressor.

  Traffic jams
• What is the role of positive self-talk in SIT?

  It replaces anxious negative thoughts
• Explain what is meant by "cognitive preparation" in SIT.

  Identifying and understanding stressors faced by the client
• Describe the purpose of the "application and follow-through" phase.

  To transfer skills into real-life situations
• Why are personal experiments an important part of SIT?

  They help clients apply skills to real stressors
• How does SIT help clients deal with setbacks?

  It teaches clients that setbacks are temporary
• What is the significance of the skills acquisition phase in SIT?

  Clients learn coping skills tailored to them
• What is a key skill taught during the skills acquisition phase?

  Positive self-talk
• How does SIT's flexibility benefit its application?

  It can be used individually or in groups
• What is a potential weakness of SIT related to its complexity?

  Difficulty in identifying the most effective techniques
• What is the relationship between personal experiments and skill application in SIT?

  Personal experiments reinforce skill application
• What are the three phases of Stress Inoculation Training (SIT)?

  1. Cognitive preparation
  2. Skills acquisition
  3. Application and follow-through
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of Stress Inoculation Training (SIT)?

  Strengths:

  • Flexible therapy
  • Wide range of techniques
  • Applicable in various settings

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Complexity in techniques
  • Difficulty in pinpointing effectiveness
• How does SIT help clients manage stress effectively?

  • Teaches coping mechanisms
  • Encourages positive self-talk
  • Prepares for setbacks
• What is the role of the therapist in SIT?

  • Collaborates with the client
  • Guides through stress identification
  • Models coping strategies
• How does SIT differ from traditional counseling?

  • Focuses on proactive stress management
  • Involves skill acquisition
  • Emphasizes coping strategies