A young woman cannot stop thinking about how hopeless her life is. No matter how much she tries to think about other things, all she can think about is what has gone wrong. This woman is engaging in ____.

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Rumination involves repeatedly thinking about distressing situations, feelings, or thoughts without actively problem-solving. This woman's persistent focus on negative aspects of her life without moving towards solutions is characteristic of rumination.

A Young Woman Cannot Stop Thinking About How Hopeless Her