SIT And FEAR: A Case Study

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The key thing to remember in using SIT and FEAR is that the challenge has to be real but not disabling in order that the client is empowered at each stage as they build up their tolerance levels in their ability to do. Each small step is recognised for what it is, progression. Even if they feel they take a backward step, they can recognise that they took a forward step to experiment in the first place so still progressive movement. In using SIT and FEAR, we help the client challenge and relearn behaviour. Helping the client to understand the physical symptoms of fear and anxiety, will help them to understand why they are physically feeling a certain way and be able to choose responses to help them stay calm and

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