Antecedents - chapter 5

Antecedents

Cues or triggers that influence behavior or responses.

Self-Statements

Individuals' internal dialogues that can serve as antecedents.

Irrational Beliefs

Unfounded and detrimental beliefs that influence thoughts and behaviors.

Modifying Old Antecedents

The process of changing existing triggers to alter behavior.

Stimulus Control

The ability of a stimulus to influence behavior by acting as a cue.

Self-Instructions

Verbal cues that an individual gives themselves to direct their behavior.

Thought Substitutions

Replacing negative thoughts with positive or constructive alternatives.

Chain of Events

A sequence where one event leads to another, influencing feelings and behaviors.

Precommitment

The strategy of arranging conditions in advance to ensure positive antecedents are present.

Programming the Social Environment

Planning social interactions and environments to favor positive behaviors.