Catastrophizing
Catastrophizing is a cognitive distortion that involves anticipating the worst-case scenario and treating it as very likely.
Definition
Catastrophizing occurs when a single problem is immediately interpreted as a sign of serious failure, loss of control, or irreversible consequences. It may increase anxiety, tension and avoidance of action. It's not about ignoring the risk, but about separating the real probability from the emotional alarm.
Key ideas
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Practice and life
Write down the worst-case scenario, the most realistic scenario, and the first emergency step. Then rate the probability of each as a percentage.
Common misunderstanding
Questions for self-reflection
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