About this course
This comprehensive course is designed for dental professionals seeking to enhance their ability to manage stress and improve psychological flexibility through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It will equip you with the skills and insights needed to handle high-pressure situations effectively.
Our course looks into the principles of ACT, offering strategies to address the unique stressors faced by dental professionals. You will learn to navigate the demands of your profession with techniques that promote acceptance, mindfulness, and values-based action.
Developing the capacity to maintain clarity and focus amidst stress is very important for dental professionals. This course provides a practical exploration of ACT techniques, empowering you to manage self-critical thoughts and improve your well-being, thereby enhancing your professional performance.
This course is relevant to dentists, nurses, hygienists, therapists, and other dental care professionals.
CPD Time: 1 hours (1 CPD Credit)
Customer feedback on this course
- The course provided practical tools that I can use daily to manage stress.
- Understanding the 'mind bully' concept has helped me change my perspective on negative thoughts.
- I feel more equipped to handle high-pressure situations with the ACT techniques I've learned.
- Aligning my actions with core values has greatly improved my job satisfaction.
- The self-compassion exercises have been transformative in managing my self-critical tendencies.
Assessment: 12 MCQs. Pass mark 75%. more…
On passing the assessment you will immediately receive a GDC-recognised Enhanced CPD Certificate.
Aim:
To equip dental professionals with practical techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to effectively manage stress and enhance psychological flexibility.
Course Objectives:
• Introduce the six core processes of ACT and their relevance to dental professionals.
• Provide practical strategies for managing the 'mind bully' and reducing workplace stress.
Anticipated Learning Outcomes:
• Understand the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
• Recognise and label negative thought patterns known as the 'mind bully'.
• Apply cognitive defusion and distancing techniques to reduce stress.
• Practice self-compassion and acceptance for better emotional well-being.
• Align actions with personal and professional values to increase job satisfaction.
GDC Development Outcome: A, B
Learning content:
Introduction to ACT and the "Mind Bully" Concept | Distancing Techniques in ACT: Recognising and Labelling the "Mind Bully" | Acceptance and Self-Compassion Techniques for Stress Reduction | Commitment to Values and Psychological Flexibility in Practice
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Dental Professionals
Course Description
Introduction to ACT and the "Mind Bully" Concept
This section introduces Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a modern approach for managing stress by promoting psychological flexibility. It highlights the six core processes of ACT and uses the "mind bully" metaphor to describe self-critical thought patterns that affect dental professionals’ well-being.
Distancing Techniques in ACT: Recognising and Labelling the "Mind Bully"
Focusing on "cognitive defusion," this section presents techniques for creating mental distance from self-critical thoughts. Strategies such as thought labelling, visualisation exercises, and assigning names to the mind bully help dental professionals manage stress and improve resilience.
Acceptance and Self-Compassion Techniques for Stress Reduction
This section looks at the role of acceptance in stress management, encouraging dental professionals to acknowledge difficult thoughts without judgement. It covers self-compassion exercises that reduce self-critical tendencies by focusing on self-kindness, mindfulness, and common humanity.
Commitment to Values and Psychological Flexibility in Practice
Explaining the importance of aligning actions with personal and professional values, this section discusses how values act as guiding principles during stressful situations. Psychological flexibility techniques are introduced to support adaptability and resilience, enhancing overall well-being and professional fulfilment.