Monday, October 17, 2011

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From Katharina Star, your Guide to Panic Disorder
The way you think determines the way you see yourself and the world around you. People with anxiety-related conditions often have negative views of their personal traits and abilities. Many people with panic disorder have frequent thoughts regarding their fears and worries. Find out more about these negative thinking patterns and ways to overcome them.

Do Your Thoughts Cause Panic Disorder?
The way you think can actually increase the intensity of your fears and feelings of anxiety. It has been theorized that overly negative thinking is a common problem for people with depression and anxiety-related issues. Learn how your thoughts are contributing to panic disorder and ways you can move past your negative thinking patterns.

10 Cognitive Distortions That Contribute to Panic
Faulty thinking patterns, known as cognitive distortions, can be an issue for people with panic disorder. You may feel that the glass is always half full and that you can never succeed in life. You may also have many self-defeating thoughts and feel convinced that others don't like you. Find out about the top 10 cognitive distortions that are common among people with high anxiety.

Blame
Do you ever blame yourself for your struggle with panic attacks, anxiety, or agoraphobia? You may become frustrated with yourself because of your anxiety-related issues. However, blame only contributes to self-defeating thoughts and avoidance behaviors. Here are some examples of blame and ways to rethink this common cognitive distortion.

Mental Filter
When falling into this negative thinking pattern, you are filtering out the positive and focusing only on the negative aspects of a situation. Notice if you recognize your own way of thinking through these examples of mental filters and find out how to think more positively.

 


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