Structured worksheets translate knowledge about charles bonnet syndrome into action. These exercises are adapted from evidence-based therapies used to treat charles bonnet syndrome.
The Thought Record Worksheet for Charles Bonnet Syndrome
Based on CBT, this exercise helps identify and challenge the automatic thoughts driving charles bonnet syndrome:
- Situation: What triggered my charles bonnet syndrome?
- Automatic thought: What did I immediately think?
- Emotion: What did I feel, and how intense (0-10)?
- Evidence for/against: Is this thought accurate?
- Balanced thought: What's a more realistic perspective?
- Result: How do I feel now (0-10)?
The Charles Bonnet Syndrome Trigger Tracker
Track your charles bonnet syndrome patterns for one week:
| Date | Trigger | Intensity (1-10) | My Response | What Helped? | |------|---------|-----------------|-------------|--------------|
The Values Clarification Exercise
When charles bonnet syndrome is overwhelming, reconnecting with values provides direction:
Write: 'What matters most to me, even when charles bonnet syndrome is present?'
How to Use These Worksheets
Work through one exercise at a time. Bring completed worksheets to therapy sessions to accelerate progress.