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The Hazard of Overthinking

While the severity of depression varies, it is associated with overthinking. Pia Callesen, a therapist and a specialist in metacognitive therapy, explains this approach to overcoming excess rumination – that is, destructive and entrapping overthinking. She also offers practical exercises to help readers recognize and manage “trigger thoughts” that can lead to symptoms of depression. While getAbstract does not offer medical advice, Callesen’s ideas could be helpful for those who find themselves overthinking their problems.

This form of therapy is based on doing less, not more, with your thoughts and feelings.Pia Callesen

Metacognitive therapy maintains that depression stems from an attention-related condition – “cognitive attentional syndrome” (CAS). The amount of attention people give to thoughts about problems and life crises, Callesen explains, can determine whether they become depressed.