Identify and Briefly Describe at Least Five Self-Control Strategies for Modifying

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Essay

Identify and briefly describe at least five self-control strategies for modifying the ABCs of substance abuse.

Understand and explain the theories related to optimism, including learned optimism, and the effects on psychological well-being.

Distinguish between problem-focused and emotion-focused coping strategies and their application in stress management.

Identify and understand key historical and contemporary resources in the field of death and dying education and research.

Analyze the relationship between the funeral industry and societal structures through various conceptual frameworks.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on changing unhealthy thinking patterns to improve emotional regulation and develop personal coping strategies.

Depression

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities.

Equivalent Outcomes

A concept suggesting that different therapeutic approaches may yield similar results.

Two-Year Follow-Up

A period of observation or study extending two years beyond a particular point, such as the completion of a treatment or intervention, to assess long-term outcomes.