What this worksheet helps with
The list covers patterns involving extremes, predictions, selective attention, rigid rules, labels and blame. Its purpose is to support pattern recognition, not to criticise the person having the thought.
Psychology worksheet
Cognitive Distortions Worksheet
Review common thinking patterns, identify those present in a thought and develop a more flexible response.
This Cognitive Distortions Worksheet combines a practical reference list with space for reflection. It describes common thinking patterns in plain language and invites the user to identify how a pattern may appear in one particular thought.
How to use the worksheet
Begin with one thought linked to a recent situation. Mark any patterns that may be present, identify the exact words that show the pattern and rewrite the thought with more context, probability and flexibility.