Cognitive Restructuring
A therapeutic technique that helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns, replacing them with more balanced, realistic thinking.
Overview
Cognitive restructuring is a CBT technique that helps individuals with ADHD identify and change unhelpful thought patterns.
Detailed Description
Cognitive restructuring involves recognizing negative or distorted thoughts (like 'I always fail' or 'I'm just lazy') and learning to replace them with more balanced, realistic thinking. For individuals with ADHD who may have developed negative self-beliefs from years of struggling, cognitive restructuring can be particularly valuable.
How This Relates to ADHD
Many adults with ADHD have developed negative thought patterns from years of struggling with symptoms. Cognitive restructuring helps address these patterns.
Treatment and Management
Cognitive restructuring is a core component of cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD, typically learned with the guidance of a therapist.
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