Behavioral Activation for Depression Worksheet

Behavioral Activation for Depression Worksheet Overview

Behavior activation, or activity scheduling, is a cognitive behavioral technique that has been shown to help people overcome depression. Often, we wait to engage in activity until we “feel like it” – that is, until our mood is high enough to feel motivated. Behavior activation encourages us to do the opposite, and shows us that acting first can be a powerful way to improve mood, especially for people dealing with sadness or depression.

In this behavioral activation worksheet for depression, we’ll cover the following:

• Spiraling down and spiraling up
• Tracking your moods and behaviors
• Reviewing your tracked data
• Planning in advance