About this course
This course is designed for UK dental professionals who want to effectively manage stress in dental practice using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques. It provides a structured framework for understanding how thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, behaviours, and environmental factors interrelate to contribute to stress.
Our course looks at the Five-Part Model, also known as the CBT Cycle, offering insights into its application in high-pressure dental environments. You will learn how to identify the key stressors, examine their connections, and apply targeted interventions to break the stress cycle.
The ability to manage stress proactively is very important for dental professionals. This course delivers practical strategies to enhance emotional balance and resilience, promoting a supportive and efficient practice atmosphere.
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 in my practice.
- Understanding the Five-Part Model has transformed how I deal with stress.
- The exercises on reframing thoughts were particularly eye-opening.
- I feel more resilient and prepared to handle challenging situations at work.
- Implementing these strategies has positively affected both my work and personal life.
Assessment: 12 MCQs. Pass mark 75%. more…
On passing the assessment you will immediately receive a GDC-recognised Enhanced CPD Certificate.
Aim:
To provide dental professionals with effective strategies for managing stress using the CBT Five-Part Model.
Course Objectives:
• Understand the components of the CBT Five-Part Model.
• Apply the model to identify and manage stress in dental practice.
Anticipated Learning Outcomes:
• Recognise the interconnectedness of thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, behaviours, and the environment in stress cycles.
• Identify automatic thoughts and reframe them to reduce stress impact.
• Implement mindfulness techniques to address emotional responses.
• Apply breathing and relaxation techniques to manage physical stress reactions.
• Create a personalised stress management plan using the Five-Part Model.
GDC Development Outcome: A, B
Learning content:
Introduction to the Five-Part Model for Stress Management | Looking at the Influence of Thoughts and Emotions on Stress | Understanding Physical Sensations and Behavioural Reactions to Stress | The Role of Environment and Developing a Personalised Stress Management Plan
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The CBT Five-Part Model for Stress Management in Dental Practice
Course Description
Introduction to the Five-Part Model for Stress Management
This section introduces the Five-Part Model of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), outlining how thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, behaviours, and environmental factors interact to shape stress experiences in dental practice.
Components of the Five-Part Model
This part breaks down stress into five components: thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, behaviours, and environmental factors, explaining their individual influences and interactions that shape the stress cycle.
How the Model Helps in Managing Stress
Looks at the interconnectedness of the Five-Part Model and demonstrates how adjusting one element can affect the entire cycle, offering focused interventions for stress management in dental settings.
Practical Application of the Five-Part Model
This section provides guidance on applying the Five-Part Model in daily practice by recognising and addressing each element of the stress cycle, promoting a balanced and resilient approach to stress.
Looking at the Influence of Thoughts and Emotions on Stress
Details how thoughts and emotions serve as key drivers in the stress cycle, highlighting their impact and offering techniques for re-framing stressful thoughts and managing emotional responses.
The Impact of Automatic Thoughts
Discusses automatic thoughts and their influence on stress, offering strategies for challenging and re-framing these thoughts to mitigate their emotional and behavioural impact.
Recognising and Managing Emotional Responses
Highlights the importance of acknowledging emotions without judgement and introduces mindfulness techniques to manage stress-induced emotional responses effectively.
Understanding Physical Sensations and Behavioural Reactions to Stress
Looks at physical sensations as indicators of stress and their role in the stress cycle, outlining calming techniques and strategies to manage stress-induced behaviours.
Managing Physical Sensations through Calming Techniques
Provides techniques such as breathing exercises and progressive muscle relaxation to reduce physical stress responses, supporting improved focus and performance.
Techniques for Adjusting Behavioural Reactions
Offers pacing and grounding techniques to manage stress-driven behaviours, advocating for intentional responses to maintain the quality of patient care.
The Role of Environment and Developing a Personalised Stress Management Plan
Examines environmental factors in the stress cycle and how dental professionals can make practical adjustments to create supportive environments and reduce stress triggers.
Developing a Personalised Stress Management Plan
Guides the creation of a personalised stress management plan using the Five-Part Model, promoting resilience through targeted interventions tailored to individual stressors.
Course Completion
Participants will apply the Five-Part Model through exercises and reflections, completing the course with a personalised stress management plan. Successful completion includes a survey and exam for GDC-compliant CPD certification.