How to Coach Yourself and Others Empowering Coaching And Crisis Interventions | Page 152

This book is in B&W, not color - Print page in Grayscale for Correct view!  Family history of suicide or violence  Sexual or physical abuse  Suffering a major loss or life change  Death of a close friend or family member  Divorce or separation, ending a relationship  Failing academic performance, impending exams, exam results  Job loss, problems at work  Impending legal action  Recent imprisonment or upcoming release There are also certain perpetuating factors to take into account. If a person is in the midst of a crisis, these things may prevent him or her from getting assistance. Perpetuating Factors  Negative coping patterns, i.e. hostile, no sense of humor, thinking everything is meant negatively toward them  Overly controlled, rigid personality  Overachiever  Poor communication skills  overly sensitive  Low self-esteem  Anti-social behaviour  Drug/alcohol abuse or addiction or gambling addiction  Depression: Low mood that persists  Change in eating or sleeping habits  An inability to enjoy anything  Irritability  A hopeless, helpless outlook  Feeling guilty for no apparent reason  Crying or weeping with little or no provocation Physical Changes  Lack of energy  Disturbed sleep patterns - sleeping too much or too little  Loss of appetite  Sudden weight gain or loss  Increase in minor illnesses  Change of sexual interest  Sudden change in appearance  Lack of interest in appearance For jaimelavie. s#cD