aidemia--modules-cbt_worksheet_request	Create a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy worksheet for a patient dealing with mentioned issue(s) and aiming for behavioral changes. Take into account the details listed further.
Full name	Marusha
Age	18-24
Patient condition details	Over thinking and over analyzing. OCD
Patient condition	Not specific
Relevant challenges	Nothing in particular
Therapy experience	Unknown
Medication	None
Needed behavioural change	No particular
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Worksheet for Marusha

Patient Information

• Name: Marusha
• Age: 22 years old
• Condition Summary: Overthinking and overanalyzing, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
• Current Medication: None

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Part 1: Understanding Your Thoughts

A. Identifying Thoughts

Overthinking often comes from automatic thoughts that may not be accurate or helpful. Take a moment to reflect on recent experiences where you found yourself overthinking or being overly analytical.

1. Describe a recent situation where you experienced overthinking:
   • Situation:
   • Initial Thoughts:
   • Feelings:
   • Behaviors:

B. Challenging Thoughts

Now that you’ve identified the situation and your automatic thoughts, it’s time to challenge these thoughts.

1. What evidence do you have that your thoughts are true?
   • Evidence:
2. What evidence do you have that your thoughts might not be true?
   • Counter-evidence:
3. How would you respond to a friend who expressed the same thoughts?
   • Response:

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Part 2: Building Mindfulness

A. Practicing Mindfulness

Mindfulness can help you stay present and reduce the tendency to overthink. Here are some techniques to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life:

1. Breathing Exercise:

   • Spend 5 minutes focusing solely on your breath. Inhale slowly, hold for a moment, and exhale deeply. Repeat several times.

2. Body Scan:

   • Find a comfortable position. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Focus attention on your body, starting from your toes to your head, noting any sensations without judgment.

B. Daily Mindfulness Practice

Use the table below to log your daily mindfulness practices for the next week.

Date	Mindfulness Activity	Duration	Observations/Feelings
YYYY-MM-DD	e.g., Breathing Exercise	5 mins	e.g., Felt calmer after the session
YYYY-MM-DD
YYYY-MM-DD
YYYY-MM-DD
YYYY-MM-DD
YYYY-MM-DD
YYYY-MM-DD

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Part 3: Developing Healthy Coping Strategies

A. Identifying Coping Strategies

Overthinking can cause stress. Develop healthy coping strategies to employ when you start to feel overwhelmed.

1. List your top 5 coping strategies:

B. Engaging in Activities

Having enjoyable activities can distract from cycles of overanalyzing. List activities you find enjoyable or fulfilling:

1. Activities:

C. Planning an Activity

Choose one activity from your list of enjoyable activities and plan to engage in it this week. Fill out the details below.

• Activity:
• Date & Time:
• Location:
• Expected Feelings:

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Part 4: Goal Setting

A. Setting a SMART Goal

Setting a SMART goal can help you focus on achieving desired behavioral changes. Follow the SMART criteria: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.

• Specific Goal:
• How will you measure progress?
• Is it achievable? (Resources, support, etc.)
• Why is it relevant?
• What is the timeline for completion?

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Part 5: Reflection

A. Weekly Reflection

At the end of the week, reflect on your experiences with mindfulness, coping strategies, and your goal.

1. What did you learn about your thoughts and behaviors?
2. How did your coping strategies help or not help you manage overthinking?
3. What progress did you make towards your SMART goal?

Reflection Notes:

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Note: It’s important to be gentle with yourself throughout this process. Recognize that overcoming overthinking and OCD is a journey, and progress can take time. Consider discussing these exercises with a therapist for additional guidance and support.