Mindfulness Observation

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OBSERVATIONS: The client presented with normal grooming and hygiene. The client presented in a euthymic mood aeb calm demeanor. The client read the handout about how mindfulness is the ability to take control of your mind instead of having your mind controls you. The client shared her own experiences with mindfulness stating "I used to use it before, but I cannot do it now because every time I try to focus in present, I find myself thinking about the past and the negative thoughts especially the thoughts about cutting." The client was able to identify the components of the mindfulness processes which are observing, describing, participating fully, being non-judgmental and focusing on one thing at a time. The client stated "I like to be mindful, …show more content…
In addition, therapist will implement a routine of physical exercise to assist with extinguishing Generalized Anxiety Disorder symptoms.

The client was triggered for Generalized Anxiety Disorder aeb cutting her clothes and snatches it while she is in the group. The client did not make observable progress aeb her way of talking about the negative thoughts and how she could not handle it since she was at the hospital up till now reflect her anxiety. In order to move on to the next objective, the therapist must continue encouraging the client to use coping skills (progressive relaxation, grounding, and mindfulness). Learned in the program from 3-4x per day to 5-6x per day or when triggering situations for Generalized Anxiety Disorder symptoms arise.

The client learned about the relationship between how we feel and what we eat.
The client practiced mindful

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