4.4.2.1 Activating Event

• What emotional response can result from being rejected by a crush?

  It can lead to sadness and self-doubt
• What analogy is used to describe an Activating Event in Ellis's ABC Model?

  Pressing the start button on a machine
• What belief might form after failing a test?

  "I'm not smart enough."
• What is another belief that might arise from failing a test?

  "I'll never do well on tests."
• What is an Activating Event in Ellis's ABC Model?

  The trigger that starts the process
• What is an activating event that can cause self-doubt?

  Being rejected by a crush
• How do negative beliefs contribute to mental health issues?

  They can contribute to depression
• What happens after an Activating Event occurs?

  Your brain interprets the event
• How does an Activating Event function in Ellis's ABC Model?

  It initiates a chain reaction of beliefs and emotions
• What is an Activating Event?

  A trigger that sets off thoughts and feelings
• What can negative beliefs lead to?

  Negative emotions and behavior
• How might failing a test affect an 18-year-old?

  It may lead to feelings of discouragement
• What can recognizing specific situations help you do?

  Anticipate and manage feelings of depression
• How can an argument with friends affect a person emotionally?

  It can make them feel misunderstood or left out
• What does knowing your Activating Events allow you to do?

  Develop strategies to deal with them
• How can failing a test affect your beliefs?

  It may lead to thinking "I'm not smart enough"
• How does an Activating Event lead to Beliefs?

  An event leads to interpretation and belief formation
• How do Irrational Activating Events affect perception?

  They make situations appear much worse.
• What are the benefits of identifying Activating Events in depression?

  • Understand triggers
  • Challenge negative beliefs
  • Develop coping strategies
• If arguments with friends trigger you, what strategy can you practice?

  Assertive communication techniques
• How can you reframe the belief of "I'm not smart enough"?

  "I need to study differently"
• What are Rational Activating Events?

  Realistic events dealt with using logic
• What can you do once you know your triggers?

  Challenge the beliefs they lead to
• In what way does an Activating Event relate to individuals with depression?

  It is the initial situation they respond to
• Why is identifying Activating Events important in managing depression?

  It helps understand triggers and manage them
• Why is it important to identify the type of activating event?

  It helps understand underlying beliefs driving emotions.
• If social media triggers negative feelings, what might you do?

  Limit your time online
• What are Irrational Activating Events?

  Events involving distorted thinking
• What is the difference between Rational and Irrational Activating Events?

  • Rational Activating Events:
  • Realistic and logical
  • Examples: "I failed the test."
  • Irrational Activating Events:
  • Distorted thinking
  • Examples: "I failed the test, so I'm a failure."