Journal prompts in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are questions or ideas that serve as a guide for reflecting on experiences with staying mindful, tolerating distress, regulating emotions, and managing relationships. These journal prompts are usually structured around the core concepts of DBT, which allows clients to identify their areas for growth.
The DBT Journal Prompts contain 168 unique prompts with a wide range of topics for clients to explore. The abundance of prompts allow clients to brainstorm healthy ways to handle their challenges, develop positive habits, and build their DBT skills. For example, the journal prompt about listing positive affirmations helps with emotion regulation.
These prompts can offer many benefits for kids and teens, such as increased emotional growth and improved mental health. As a helpful tip, be sure to emphasize that there are no right or wrong answers. Let them know that they are free to express themselves openly.
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References:
- Linehan, M. M., & Wilks, C. R. (2015, April 1). The Course and Evolution of Dialectical Behavior Therapy. American Journal of Psychotherapy. https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.2015.69.2.97
- Journaling for Emotional Wellness - Health Encyclopedia - University of Rochester Medical Center. (n.d.). https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?ContentID=4552&ContentTypeID=1
