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Maladaptive cognitive structures in depression.

M Kovacs, A T Beck

The American Journal of Psychiatry

|May 1, 1978

Summary

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Cognitive theories suggest that distorted thinking and maladaptive schemas underlie depression. These early-developed patterns can predispose individuals to depressive syndromes and influence personality.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Clinical Psychology

Background:

The cognitive view posits that negative and distorted thinking is central to depressive syndromes.
Maladaptive cognitive schemas, characterized by rigid rules and unattainable expectations, underpin these distorted cognitions.

Observation:

These schemas are likely acquired during early development.
If unaddressed, they can persist into adulthood, predisposing individuals to depression.

Findings:

Cognitive schemas represent long-term psychological patterns influencing attitudes and behaviors.
These patterns may form a distinct cognitive dimension of personality in depression-prone individuals.

Implications:

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The cognitive approach to depression highlights the importance of identifying and modifying maladaptive schemas.

Understanding these cognitive patterns is crucial for developing effective depression treatments.