50 Things to Know About Dialectical Behavior Therapy: How to Be a More Effective Person & Enjoy a Life Worth Living

Do you or someone close to you struggle with overwhelming or uncontrollable negative emotions? Do you wish you had better ways to respond to mood swings rather than reacting impulsively? Have you heard of DBT but thought it was too complicated?

50 Things to Know About Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers a simple, straightforward introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Many books about DBT are written for psychology professionals or assume background knowledge most readers do not have. This book introduces DBT from the ground up.

DBT is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy that adds mindfulness, acceptance, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills—practical tools for navigating hard situations.

In these pages, you’ll discover how DBT was developed, learn about borderline personality disorder, and explore skills that can help you better manage emotional pain. By the end, you’ll have a clearer understanding of DBT and its tools, and may feel encouraged to seek a DBT program or other qualified support.