Dec 24, 2025 · Helping children identify cognitive distortions at a young age can set them up for healthier thinking patterns later in life. This article on CBT for children provides examples, …

Jul 7, 2025 · Cognitive distortions are most commonly treated using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) —a short-term, evidence-based approach that helps people identify, challenge, and …

Oct 17, 2025 · These negative thought patterns can play a role in diminishing your motivation, lowering your self-esteem, and contributing to problems like anxiety, depression, and …

This information sheet describes a number of "unhelpful thinking styles". As you read through them, you might notice some thinking patterns and styles that you use consistently.

Shoulds and musts - Thinking or saying ‘I should’ (or shouldn’t) and ‘I must’ puts pressure on ourselves, and sets up unrealistic expectations. Am I putting more pressure on myself, setting …

Jul 13, 2023 · Human thinking is subject to a number of characteristic biases. In the 1960s, Aaron Beck identified several of these biases which were common in his depressed patients and …

Mar 18, 2019 · Different cognitive short cuts result in different kinds of bias or distortions in our thinking. Sometimes we might jump to the worst possible conclusion, at other times we might …

Check out our short video to get some practical tips on how you can challenge your thoughts and start to break unhelpful cycles. The way we think, feel and behave are all linked and …

While everyone experiences these thinking styles occasionally, recognising them is the first step towards building more balanced and helpful ways of thinking. The guide below describes …

Sep 11, 2024 · We’ve broken down 12 of the most common types of negative thought patterns, explained what they mean and offered an example for each. While you’re reading, see if you …