Catastrophizing is a process used in which of the following cognitive distortions?
A) magnification and minimization
B) labeling and mislabeling
C) jumping to conclusions
D) mental filter

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Catastrophizing is a cognitive distortion that involves seeing an unfavorable outcome to an event and then jumping to the most extreme negative consequences of that outcome. It falls under the category of magnification (exaggerating the importance of negative events) and minimization (downplaying the significance of positive events).

Catastrophizing Is a Process Used in Which of the Following