
STOP Skill in DBT: More Like a Clutch Than a Pause Button
Marcus Rodriguez PhD explains the STOP skill in DBT as a clutch for shifting into Wise Mind and reducing impulsive, anger-driven responses.
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Marcus Rodriguez PhD explains the STOP skill in DBT as a clutch for shifting into Wise Mind and reducing impulsive, anger-driven responses.

Cannabis and DBT skills can compete when cannabis becomes the fastest coping tool. Marcus Rodriguez PhD reflects on tracking use without shame.

DBT skills can feel slow next to cannabis. Marcus Rodriguez PhD explains fast relief, lasting change, and why skills improve with practice.

A simple DBT mindfulness practice—mindful walking—can reduce anxiety, quiet judgments, and train present-moment awareness. Here’s the how-to we used with PUSD teachers.

Marcus Rodriguez PhD explains the STOP skill in DBT as a clutch for shifting into Wise Mind and reducing impulsive, anger-driven responses.

Cannabis and DBT skills can compete when cannabis becomes the fastest coping tool. Marcus Rodriguez PhD reflects on tracking use without shame.

DBT skills can feel slow next to cannabis. Marcus Rodriguez PhD explains fast relief, lasting change, and why skills improve with practice.

A simple DBT mindfulness practice—mindful walking—can reduce anxiety, quiet judgments, and train present-moment awareness. Here’s the how-to we used with PUSD teachers.
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