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A schema mode is the set of schemas (adaptive and/or maladaptive) that are currently active for an individual. A dysfunctional […]

Maladaptive schemas are broad, pervasive themes or patterns; comprised of memories, emotions, cognitions, and bodily sensations; regarding oneself and one’s

We develop adaptive schemas when our basic emotional needs for attachment, autonomy, realistic limits, freedom to express, and spontaneity/play are