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dialectical

[dahy-uh-lek-ti-kuhl] / ˌdaɪ əˈlɛk tɪ kəl /




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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy can teach you to hold both realities at once.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2023

Dialectical behavioral therapy or DBT focuses more on emotional regulation and was created at the University of Washington by psychologist Marsha Linehan in the late 1970s.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2023

Dialectical behavior therapy group for difficulties with emotions or relationships, and cognitive behavioral therapy group for depression and anxiety.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2022

Dialectical behavior therapy is a subset of cognitive behavioral therapy, which aims to reframe a person’s thoughts and behavior.

From New York Times • Aug. 27, 2022

For a short time, Moore also attended meetings of the Dialectical Society, a student group that gathered each week for a potluck supper and discussion.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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