: Rather than challenging the content of thoughts (as in standard CBT), the authors propose that therapy should target the metacognitive processes that keep the mind stuck in a loop of distress. Why It Matters
: Beliefs that thoughts are uncontrollable or dangerous (e.g., "My thoughts will drive me crazy"). Metacognitions, metacognitive processes and met...
: This consists of three main processes: : Rather than challenging the content of thoughts
: Repetitive thinking about problems or feelings. "Worrying helps me prepare").
: Beliefs that worry is helpful (e.g., "Worrying helps me prepare").