DBT Pros and Cons Skill Worksheet

DBT Pros and Cons Skill Worksheet Overview

Sometimes behavior urges (impulses to do something) are easy to resist. However, during a crisis, resisting behavior urges – even those that would make things worse for you – can be very difficult. This worksheet helps you slow down and weigh the pros and cons of acting on urges during a crisis.

In this worksheet, we’ll:

• Define crises and urges
• Explore what happens when crises and urges mix
• Give you space to reflect on your own past crisis urges
• Guide you through determining the pros and cons of acting on and resisting crisis urges