Catastrophising
Reviewed By
Dr Lizzie Leahy - Clinical Psychologist, CBT Therapist, NHS and Private Practice
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Catastrophising is when your mind jumps straight to the worst-case scenario and treats it as fact. Learning to spot it helps you slow down, question the story, and respond more calmly.
References
Leahy, R. L. (2017). Cognitive therapy techniques: A practitioner’s guide (2nd ed.). Guilford Press. Greenberger, D., & Padesky, C. (2016). Mind over mood (2nd ed.). Guilford Press. Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond (2nd ed.). Guilford Press.