This time I am discussing "negative" coping skills and some of the misconceptions people have about them. Despite being categorized as negative, they often help the person who's implementing them in one way or another. As always, I challenge people to consider different perceptions. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist, is to help clients find healthier and/or positive coping skills. That being said, it's important to note that their negative coping skills might be the only thing allowing them to get through the day, and in some cases...may actually be the thing that is keeping them alive!

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