Every time Bella becomes anxious about speaking in public, she thinks, "Oh God, I'm going to stutter, and then everyone will laugh at me," and "I'll probably trip up and accidentally use a four-letter word while reading my notes." Her therapist has urged her to silently shout "Stop!" to herself when these intrusive thoughts begin to agitate her. This cognitive technique is known as_______.

Social Studies · High School · Mon Jan 18 2021

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The cognitive technique being used here is known as "thought stopping."

Thought stopping involves interrupting negative or intrusive thoughts by mentally or verbally commanding oneself to "stop" when these thoughts arise. It is a cognitive-behavioral technique aimed at helping individuals gain control over unwanted thoughts, which are often associated with anxiety or stress.

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