Barney read the script wrong three times in a row during this morning's show. He believes his career is over, and he is filled with self-hatred. Beck would say Barney is at risk for developing depression because he is engaging in _____.

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Beck's cognitive theory of depression suggests that overgeneralization, where one negative event is seen as a never-ending pattern of defeat, can contribute to depression. Barney's belief that his career is over due to a few mistakes is an example of overgeneralization.

Barney Read the Script Wrong Three Times in a Row