WAPA hen generating a list of alternative healthy coping behaviors it’s also ideal to have patients identify their triggers that lead to the unhealthy behaviors in the first place and choose what behaviors they are willing to try instead. For example, if loneliness is a trigger, taking a walk is a healthy coping skill but may not meet the need of the trigger however, taking a walk with a pet or a friend might. Ideally you want the coping skill to meet the need of the trigger. What are your thoughts? APA format, 250-300 words, references
