This image shows a tool called the "Pros & Cons 4-Square." It is used to help make decisions or understand why someone might do (or not do) a specific behavior.
Since there is no specific question asked in the prompt, I will explain how to use this chart so you can complete your homework assignment. Usually, a teacher will give you a specific "Problem Behavior" (like shouting in class, hitting, or refusing to do work) and ask you to fill in the four boxes.
Here is how to think about each box:
1.
Top-Left Box: Pros of DOING the problem behavior
* Ask yourself: "What good thing happens for me when I do this bad behavior?"
* *Example:* If the behavior is "Shouting out answers," the pro might be "I get attention from my friends" or "I feel smart because I know the answer first."
2.
Top-Right Box: Cons of DOING the problem behavior
* Ask yourself: "What bad things happen when I do this behavior?"
* *Example:* "The teacher gets mad," "I lose recess time," or "My classmates get annoyed with me."
3.
Bottom-Left Box: Pros of NOT DOING the problem behavior
* Ask yourself: "What good things happen if I control myself and don't do the bad behavior?"
* *Example:* "The teacher praises me," "I get to keep my recess," or "I feel proud of myself for being patient."
4.
Bottom-Right Box: Cons of NOT DOING the problem behavior
* Ask yourself: "What is hard or annoying about stopping the bad behavior?"
* *Example:* "It feels really hard to stay quiet," "I might feel bored," or "I worry that people won't notice me anymore."
How to solve your homework:
1. Identify the specific behavior your teacher wants you to analyze.
2. Fill in each square with honest thoughts about what happens in each situation.
3. Look at the whole chart. Usually, the goal is to see that the "Cons of Doing" and the "Pros of Not Doing" are stronger reasons to change than the "Pros of Doing."
Final Answer:
To complete this task, choose a specific problem behavior and fill in the four squares:
1.
Pros of Doing It: What do you gain? (e.g., attention, fun)
2.
Cons of Doing It: What do you lose? (e.g., privileges, trust)
3.
Pros of Not Doing It: What good things happen when you stop? (e.g., praise, peace)
4.
Cons of Not Doing It: What is difficult about stopping? (e.g., effort, boredom)
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of dbt pros and cons.