SMART Recovery Tools
Tool Overview
Disputing is a process of challenging the way we think about situations. Disputing, or evidence testing, is about trying to look at thoughts more accurately. Disputing unhelpful thinking can help us make more informed decisions about thoughts instead of just acting on them.
When to Use This Tool
Whenever an unhelpful belief is uncovered.
How To Use This Tool
Question the unhelpful belief and come up with a more balanced, helpful belief.
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