In high-stress moments, the goal of distress tolerance is to lower intensity enough to avoid impulsive, harmful decisions.

If you have come across this post, you are likely aware that dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach to support individuals who struggle with emotion dysregulation.

"The aim of DBT is to help you understand and accept your difficult feelings and learn skills to manage them! We will practice mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and ...