Glossary D

Glossary D

Decision-making

The process of making a choice or selecting a course of action.

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  • Decision-making ability

    The capacity to make decisions based on available information and personal values.

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  • Decision-making skills

    The ability to make effective and informed decisions.

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  • Deep breathing

    A breathing technique that involves slow, deep breaths to promote relaxation and reduce stress.

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  • Default mode network

    A network of brain regions that is active when the mind is at rest and not focused on a task.

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  • Delayed gratification

    The ability to resist the temptation of immediate rewards in order to achieve a greater long-term goal.

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  • Depression treatment

    Various methods for treating depression, including therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes.

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  • Detachment

    A state of emotional distance or disconnection from a situation or experience.

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  • Detachment from thoughts and emotions

    The ability to observe and let go of thoughts and emotions without becoming attached to them.

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  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    A type of therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and acceptance-based strategies.

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  • Diaphragmatic breathing

    A breathing technique that involves deep, slow breaths from the diaphragm.

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  • Differences between gratitude and mindfulness

    Understanding the distinctions between the practices of gratitude and mindfulness.

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  • Digital detoxing

    Taking a break from technology and digital devices to reduce stress and improve well-being.

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  • Discernment

    The ability to judge and make wise decisions.

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  • Distinction

    A clear difference or separation between two things.

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  • Distracted mind state

    A state of mind characterized by difficulty focusing and staying on task.

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  • Distraction

    Anything that diverts attention away from a task or goal.

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  • Distraction management

    Strategies for minimizing distractions and staying focused on a task.

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  • Distress tolerance skills

    Techniques for managing and coping with distressing emotions and situations.

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  • Divergent thinking

    A thought process that involves generating multiple ideas or solutions to a problem.

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  • Divided attention

    The ability to focus on multiple tasks or stimuli at the same time.

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