This worksheet is designed to help you think about a problem in two parts: what’s happening on the surface (symptoms) and what’s really causing it underneath (root causes).
Here’s how to use it:
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Start with “symptoms” — These are the things you can see or feel right now. For example, if you’re feeling stressed, symptoms might be: trouble sleeping, headaches, or snapping at friends.
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Then go to “root causes” — These are the deeper reasons behind the symptoms. Maybe the stress comes from too much homework, family problems, or not enough time to relax.
3. Draw your own tree! Write your symptoms on the branches and your root causes on the roots. This helps you understand that fixing the roots (the real cause) will help the whole tree get better — not just trimming the branches.
You don’t need to solve anything mathematically here — this is a thinking tool for understanding problems deeply.
Final Answer:
Use the tree diagram to list visible problems (symptoms) on the branches and underlying reasons (root causes) on the roots to better understand and address personal or emotional challenges.
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