PsycHacks Episode 5: Follow the function
Jul 15, 2021
Exploration of why bad habits persist despite causing distress. Finding adaptive ways to perform the same function as your bad habit. Understanding the deeper emotional needs that maladaptive behaviors fulfill in individuals' lives.
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Follow the Function
- Analyze persistent bad habits by considering their function in your life.
- Identify what needs these habits fulfill, even if dysfunctional.
Dysfunction is Still Function
- Dysfunctional behaviors often serve a purpose, hence the word "function" within "dysfunction".
- These behaviors offer a solution, albeit one with negative consequences.
Chronic Worrying Example
- Chronic worriers exemplify this, believing worrying keeps them safe despite its negative impact.
- They perceive worrying as a net positive, prioritizing perceived safety over distress.