DBT: STRONG

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Across
  1. 2. A trauma reaction where you feel emotionally numb or detached
  2. 7. Recovery involves choosing this instead of reacting
  3. 8. Grounding skills help you return to the __________ moment
  4. 10. This word describes a recovery path that’s not in a straight line
  5. 11. The nervous system may stay stuck in this state after trauma
  6. 14. Trauma recovery includes reconnecting with healthy __________
  7. 16. A key sign of healing: showing this to yourself when you're struggling
  8. 18. A trauma coping pattern that involves shutting down
  9. 19. A healthy emotional response involves identifying and managing these
Down
  1. 1. Living a life of recovery involves finding this between extremes
  2. 3. Ignoring trauma or avoiding reminders can increase this
  3. 4. Constant scanning for danger, even when none is present
  4. 5. Part of emotional regulation: recognizing and labeling these
  5. 6. This skill is used to handle tough emotions in a healthy way
  6. 9. Healing includes both acceptance and this kind of growth
  7. 12. Doing something __________ each day supports balance and joy
  8. 13. Setting these protects your time, energy, and emotions
  9. 15. This mental health process is not linear, but still worth it
  10. 17. When trauma memories replay in your body and mind, it’s called a ______