Transforming low mood
This resource supports young clients to understand how behavioural activation (BA) can shift their experience—moving from doing less and feeling low to engaging in valued activities that foster a sense of purpose and fulfilment. It encourages clients to recognise that while it may feel challenging at first, taking small steps towards increased activity can lead to positive changes.
Therapists can use this tool as part of structured session to introduce and reinforce the principles of BA.
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Transforming low mood
Free
Transforming low mood
References and Further Reading
- Pass, L., Reynolds, S., & Pimas, M. (2021). Brief behavioural activation for adolescent depression: A clinician’s manual and session-by-session guide. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
- McCauley, E., Schloredt, K. A., Gudmundsen, G. R., Martell, C. R., & Dimidjian, S. (n.d.). Behavioural activation with adolescents: A clinician’s guide.
- Pass, L., Whitney, H., & Reynolds, S. (2016). Brief behavioural activation for adolescent depression. Clinical Case Studies, 15(5), 360–375. https://doi.org/10.1177/1534650116645402.
- Kanter, J. W., Busch, A. M., & Rusch, L. C. (2009). Behavioural activation. CBT Distinctive Features Series. New York: Routledge.
- Lejuez, C. W., Hopko, D. R., & Hopko, S. D. (2001). A brief behavioural activation treatment for depression: Treatment manual. Behaviour Modification, 25(2), 255–286.