Get Automatic Thought Record

The Automatic Thought Record is a valuable tool designed to help individuals identify and challenge negative thoughts that contribute to emotional distress. This guide will walk you through the process of completing the form online in a clear and supportive manner.

Follow the steps to effectively fill out the Automatic Thought Record.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Enter the date and time of the situation that prompted your negative thoughts. This helps provide context for the thoughts and emotions you will be analyzing.
3. In the ‘Situation’ section, briefly describe the event or circumstance that triggered your emotional response. Being specific can aid in understanding the context of your thoughts.
4. Next, in ‘Automatic Thoughts (ATs)’, reflect on the thoughts or images that entered your mind during the situation. Identify the beliefs associated with these thoughts and rate how much you believed them at the time on a scale from 0 to 100%.
5. Proceed to the ‘Emotion/s’ section. Document the feelings you experienced during the situation and evaluate the intensity of those emotions using a scale from 0 to 100%.
6. For the ‘Adaptive Response’, consider the thinking styles you utilized and respond to each automatic thought by employing the guiding questions provided. Rate your belief in each response on a scale from 0 to 100%.
7. Lastly, in the ‘Outcome’ section, reassess how much you believe your automatic thoughts post-reflection and note the emotions you currently feel, along with their intensity ratings.
8. Once all sections are completed, you can save your changes, download a copy for your records, print the form, or share it as needed.

Begin filling out your Automatic Thought Record online today for greater self-awareness and emotional management.