Cognitive Restructuring: This is a therapeutic technique used to help individuals identify and challenge negative or irrational thoughts, replacing them with more rational and positive ones.
Cognitive Distortions: These are biased or exaggerated ways of thinking that can contribute to negative emotions or maladaptive behaviors. Examples include black-and-white thinking (seeing things as all good or all bad) and overgeneralization (drawing broad conclusions based on limited evidence).
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): This approach combines elements of cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques, helping individuals become aware of their thoughts without judgment and learning to respond more adaptively.