A schema mode model of repetitive negative thinking

ConclusionThese findings conceptually support the addition of a new “over‐analysing” coping mode, which serves an avoidant function through repetitive negative thinking (a central component of mood and anxiety disorders) to the schema mode model. Generalisability of results is limited through the use of a cross‐sectional design and a heterogeneous, nonclinic al sample. Further examination of the “over‐analysing” mode may enhance Schema Therapy conceptualisations, particularly in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders. Moreover, emotion‐focused techniques found to be successful in Schema Therapy for personality disorders (e.g., imagery rescr ipting, chair‐techniques) may be relevant to modifying maladaptive schemas thoughts to underlie repetitive negative thinking processes such as worry and rumination.

Source: Clinical Psychologist - January 5, 2020 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Adele Stavropoulos, Megan Haire, Robert Brockman, Tanya Meade Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research