Cognitive distortion
Cognitive Distortion
Cognitive distortion (pronunciation: /kɒɡˈnɪtɪv dɪsˈtɔːʃən/) is a concept from cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. It refers to biased ways of thinking about oneself and the world around us. The concept is closely related to schemas or core beliefs, and was first proposed by psychiatrist Aaron Beck.
Etymology
The term "cognitive distortion" is derived from the Latin word cognitio meaning "knowledge" and the Latin word distortio meaning "twisting". It was first used in the context of cognitive therapy by Aaron Beck in the 1960s.
Types of Cognitive Distortions
There are several types of cognitive distortions, including:
- All-or-nothing thinking: This is the tendency to evaluate personal experiences in extreme, black-and-white categories.
- Overgeneralization: This involves drawing broad, negative conclusions based on single events.
- Mental filter: This refers to the tendency to focus exclusively on negative details and ignore positive aspects.
- Disqualifying the positive: This involves rejecting positive experiences by insisting they "don't count".
- Jumping to conclusions: This includes making negative interpretations without actual evidence.
Related Terms
- Cognitive Bias
- Cognitive Dissonance
- Cognitive Restructuring
- Cognitive Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cognitive distortion
- Wikipedia's article - Cognitive distortion
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