Forming a negative interpretation of events despite a lack of evidence is a type of cognitive distortion known as "disqualifying the positive."

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This description refers to "catastrophizing" or "negative filtering," not "disqualifying the positive." "Disqualifying the positive" involves dismissing positive experiences or information, not forming negative interpretations of events without evidence.

Forming a Negative Interpretation of Events Despite a Lack of Evidence