Adam consistently experienced stress in social situations.He worried that everyone thought he was different and that no one liked him.Adam's therapist taught him to focus on each situation as unique,and instead of focusing on his surroundings and others,to focus on being aware of what he was feeling and to stop his negative thinking before it led him to being anxious.Adam learned which technique for dealing with his stress?

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The technique described in the scenario is mindfulness meditation, where the individual is taught to focus on the present moment, including their own thoughts and feelings, and to let go of negative thinking patterns. Cognitive restructuring involves challenging and changing negative thoughts, systematic desensitization involves gradually exposing oneself to feared situations, and self-actualization is a broader concept related to personal growth and reaching one's potential.

Adam Consistently Experienced Stress in Social Situations