4.5.1.3 Behavioural Activation

• What is Behavioural Activation designed to help with?

  Depression
• How does Behavioural Activation aim to improve mood?

  By encouraging activity participation
• How does Mood Monitoring help in Behavioural Activation?

  It shows the impact of actions on mood
• Compare Activity Scheduling and Mood Monitoring techniques in Behavioural Activation.

  | Technique | Description | Goal |

  |---------------------|-----------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|

  | Activity Scheduling | Planning and participating in activities | To increase engagement and motivation |

  | Mood Monitoring | Tracking mood before and after activities | To understand how actions affect mood |
• What is the first technique used in Behavioural Activation?

  Activity Scheduling
• What should individuals do to break the cycle of inactivity?

  Schedule and engage in small activities
• What is the main focus of Behavioural Activation?

  Understanding inactivity worsens depression
• What types of activities should individuals focus on to increase engagement?

  Previously enjoyed or new activities
• What is another benefit of Behavioural Activation?

  Increased motivation to engage in activities
• What is one outcome of Behavioural Activation?

  A more active and structured lifestyle
• How does Behavioural Activation affect social relationships?

  It enhances social engagement and relationships
• How does Behavioural Activation suggest one should approach improving mood?

  By actively doing things, not waiting
• What are the goals of Activity Scheduling and Mood Monitoring in Behavioural Activation?

  • Activity Scheduling: Increase engagement and motivation
  • Mood Monitoring: Understand how actions affect mood
• What is the purpose of Activity Scheduling in Behavioural Activation?

  To increase engagement and motivation
• What is the relationship between action and mood in Behavioural Activation?

  Positive mood changes follow from action
• What are the key outcomes of Behavioural Activation?

  • Active Lifestyle: Regular participation in meaningful activities
  • Social Engagement: Increased interaction with friends and family
  • Well-being: Improved mental and physical health
• What are the main principles of Behavioural Activation?

  1. Break the Cycle of Inactivity

  • Schedule and engage in small activities

  1. Increase Engagement in Activities

  • Revisit old interests or try new ones

  1. Improve Mood through Action

  • Achieve positive mood changes through action
• What is an overall outcome of Behavioural Activation?

  An overall sense of well-being
• What is the second technique used in Behavioural Activation?

  Mood Monitoring
• How should one start with Activity Scheduling?

  Start small and gradually increase difficulty
• How does inactivity affect depression according to Behavioural Activation principles?

  Inactivity can worsen depression
• What is the primary goal of Behavioural Activation?

  To break the cycle of inactivity and sadness
• If someone feels sad, what might Behavioural Activation suggest they do?

  Engage in enjoyable activities
• What is the expected outcome of increasing activity in Behavioural Activation?

  It can improve mood
• What are the key techniques used in Behavioural Activation?

  • Planning activities
  • Monitoring mood after activities
• What does the graph comparing CBT, medication, and talk therapy illustrate?

  • CBT and medication are effective for anxiety disorders
  • Traditional talk therapy is less consistently successful
  • Behavioural Activation's success is due to its activity-based approach
• What is a third benefit of Behavioural Activation?

  Reduction in depressive symptoms
• How does Behavioural Activation differ from other CBT approaches?

  It is primarily action-focused.
• What might Behavioural Activation encourage someone to do if they enjoyed basketball?

  Schedule a game with friends
• What are the primary focuses and approaches of different treatments?

  | Treatment | Primary Focus | Approach |

  |---|---|---|

  | Behavioural Activation | Increasing activities | Direct, behavioral change |

  | Cognitive Therapy | Negative thoughts | Challenge thoughts first |

  | Talk Therapy | Emotions, history | Discussion-based |
• What does Mood Monitoring involve?

  Tracking feelings before and after activities
• Why is it important to track feelings after engaging in activities?

  To assess mood improvement
• What is the relationship between activity and mood in Behavioural Activation?

  Increased activity can lift mood
• What is one benefit of Behavioural Activation?

  Improved mood
• Why might Behavioural Activation be more successful than traditional talk therapy?

  It uses a straightforward, activity-based approach
• How does Behavioural Activation aim to improve mood?

  By directly increasing activity levels
• What does an active lifestyle in Behavioural Activation involve?

  Regular participation in meaningful activities
• What does social engagement in Behavioural Activation refer to?

  Increased interaction with friends and family
• What is the cognitive triad in CBT?

  Negative thoughts about self, world, future
• If a person with anxiety wanted to try a medication-based treatment, which medication would be the most effective according to the image?

  SSRI