When Mitch has a problem, he has a difficult time shifting his attention away from it.Rather, he focuses intently and only on the problem.This illustrates:

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Mitch's behavior of focusing intently and only on the problem is a classic example of rumination, which involves repetitively thinking about the causes and consequences of one's distress, rather than actively seeking solutions.

When Mitch Has a Problem, He Has a Difficult Time