Glossary D
Decision-making
The process of making a choice or selecting a course of action.
Decision-making ability
The capacity to make decisions based on available information and personal values.
Decision-making skills
The ability to make effective and informed decisions.
Deep breathing
A breathing technique that involves slow, deep breaths to promote relaxation and reduce stress.
Default mode network
A network of brain regions that is active when the mind is at rest and not focused on a task.
Delayed gratification
The ability to resist the temptation of immediate rewards in order to achieve a greater long-term goal.
Depression treatment
Various methods for treating depression, including therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes.
Detachment
A state of emotional distance or disconnection from a situation or experience.
Detachment from thoughts and emotions
The ability to observe and let go of thoughts and emotions without becoming attached to them.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
A type of therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and acceptance-based strategies.
Diaphragmatic breathing
A breathing technique that involves deep, slow breaths from the diaphragm.
Differences between gratitude and mindfulness
Understanding the distinctions between the practices of gratitude and mindfulness.
Digital detoxing
Taking a break from technology and digital devices to reduce stress and improve well-being.
Discernment
The ability to judge and make wise decisions.
Distinction
A clear difference or separation between two things.
Distracted mind state
A state of mind characterized by difficulty focusing and staying on task.
Distraction
Anything that diverts attention away from a task or goal.
Distraction management
Strategies for minimizing distractions and staying focused on a task.
Distress tolerance skills
Techniques for managing and coping with distressing emotions and situations.
Divergent thinking
A thought process that involves generating multiple ideas or solutions to a problem.
Divided attention
The ability to focus on multiple tasks or stimuli at the same time.