978-Behavior Modification in Porn Addiction Recovery

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

### Bullet Summary of the Video: "Behavior Modification in Addiction Recovery" by Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

#### Introduction

- Introduction to behavior modification in addiction recovery.

- Overview of basic behavior modification tools.

#### Backward Chaining

- Explanation of backward chaining.

- Assessing physical aspects: rest, nutrition, pain.

- Evaluating interpersonal relationships: support, abandonment, self-esteem.

- Emotional state assessment: mood and emotional vulnerabilities.

- Cognitive assessment: thoughts contributing to reactions and vulnerabilities.

- Identifying environmental triggers: stressors in the environment.

- Evaluating spiritual connection: sense of connection over past days.

- Using backward chaining for positive behaviors.

- Developing a relapse prevention plan by identifying and eliminating triggers.

- Example scenario of daily stress leading to relapse.

#### Forward Chaining

- Explanation of forward chaining for planning and anticipating triggers.

- Creating an individualized plan based on past experiences and vulnerabilities.

- Practicing daily mindfulness to anticipate and respond to triggers.

- Coping with unexpected events and having a plan to handle them.

#### Identifying Triggers and Cravings

- Recognizing different types of triggers (environmental, emotional, etc.).

- Strategies to manage and mitigate triggers.

- Using competing responses to prevent addictive behaviors.

#### Rewards and Punishments

- Using rewards to increase desired behaviors.

- Using punishments to decrease undesired behaviors.

- Balancing rewards and punishments to motivate behavior change.

#### Behavior Modification Techniques

- Developing competing responses: engaging in alternative activities.

- Creating conditions to avoid addictive behaviors (response prevention).

- Reconditioning: changing associations with stimuli.

#### Coping and Scaffolding

- Developing self-awareness and processing triggers with support.

- Learning new skills with the help of a coach or counselor.

- Using scaffolding to build up new coping mechanisms.

#### Monitoring Progress

- Monitoring progress with baseline charting.

- Identifying improvements and adjusting strategies.

- Focusing on small, achievable goals (successive approximations).

#### Conclusion

- Recap of behavior modification tools and their role in relapse prevention.

- Encouragement to seek professional help for implementing these tools effectively.

### Major Points with Time Codes

0:00 - 0:30 Introduction to behavior modification in addiction recovery.

0:31 - 10:00 Explanation of backward chaining.

10:01 - 14:00 Explanation of forward chaining for planning and anticipating triggers.

14:01 - 17:00 Recognizing different types of triggers (environmental, emotional, etc.).

17:01 - 20:00 Using rewards and punishments to influence behavior.

20:01 - 23:00 Developing competing responses and response prevention.

23:01 - 26:00 Developing self-awareness and processing triggers with support.

26:01 - 29:00 Monitoring progress with baseline charting and identifying improvements.

29:01 - 31:00 Recap and encouragement to seek professional help.

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