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	Braylin Jordan
Age	Child
Patient condition details	14 years old/ younger bro is 13/ baby sister is 1 month old. Braylin often gets upset when asked to do chores or homework. Braylin often talks back and isolates himself from family
Patient condition	Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Relevant challenges	Life transitions
Therapy experience	Unknown
Medication	None
Needed behavioural change	No particular
How many pages	1
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Worksheet for Braylin Jordan

Patient Information

• Name: Braylin Jordan
• Age: 14 years old
• Family Structure: Older brother (13 years), baby sister (1 month old)
• Primary Condition: Generalized Anxiety Disorder

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Goal of Therapy

To help Braylin manage anxiety effectively and develop positive behavioral changes, particularly in instances of feeling overwhelmed by chores or homework.

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Understanding Your Feelings

1. Identifying Triggers

What situations make you feel anxious or upset?

• Being asked to do chores
• Receiving homework assignments
• Engaging in family activities

When do you most often talk back?

• When I feel overwhelmed
• When I don’t want to be bothered

2. Emotional Awareness

How do you feel physically and emotionally during these times?

• Physical Symptoms: Increased heart rate, tightness in chest, sweat
• Emotional Symptoms: Frustration, anger, sadness

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Cognitive Restructuring

3. Identifying Negative Thoughts

What thoughts run through your mind when you feel upset about chores or homework?

• “I can’t handle this.”
• “I don’t want to do this.”
• “No one understands how hard this is for me.”

4. Challenging Negative Thoughts

For each negative thought, rewrite a positive or balanced thought.

• Negative: “I can’t handle this.”
  Positive: “I have handled challenging situations before; I can break this down into smaller tasks.”

• Negative: “I don’t want to do this.”
  Positive: “Completing chores and homework will help me feel accomplished.”

• Negative: “No one understands how hard this is for me.”
  Positive: “I can express my feelings to my family and ask for their support.”

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Behavioral Activation

5. Planning Small Steps

What are small, manageable steps you can take to address chores or homework?

1. Break chores into smaller tasks.
2. Set a timer for 10 minutes and focus on one homework assignment at a time.
3. Take a 5-minute break after completing each task.

6. Creating an Action Plan

List the three specific actions you will take this week.

• Action 1: Create a chore schedule with my brother to share responsibilities.
• Action 2: Set aside 15 minutes each day dedicated only to homework, free from distractions.
• Action 3: Talk to a family member about how I’m feeling when asked to help or do homework.

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Coping Strategies

7. Developing Coping Mechanisms

What strategies can you use when you start to feel anxious?

• Deep breathing exercises (inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, exhale for 4 seconds).
• Find a quiet space to take a break if things feel overwhelming.
• Journal about my feelings and actions to gain insights.

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Reflection

8. Weekly Reflection

At the end of the week, reflect on your actions and feelings.

• What went well?
• What didn’t go as planned?
• What can I change for next week?

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Encouragement

Remember that change takes time and it's okay to feel what you're feeling.
You are not alone, and reaching out for help is a sign of strength. Celebrate each small step you take towards progress!

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Therapist Notes

• Regularly check in with Braylin regarding feelings and engagement with the family and chores.
• Encourage open discussions about feelings around home responsibilities and further evaluate coping effectiveness.

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End of Worksheet