Cognitive Distortions Associated with the Automatic Thought: "I'm so stupid."

 

ChatGPT,

How many cognitive distortions can you associate with this automatic thought, and please explain each: "I'm so stupid."


"ChatGPT"

"The automatic thought "I'm so stupid" is associated with several cognitive distortions. Let's examine each one:

1. Labeling: This distortion involves attaching a negative label to oneself based on a perceived flaw or mistake. In this case, the person labels themselves as "stupid," which is a harsh and global assessment of their intelligence or abilities.

2. Overgeneralization: This distortion involves drawing broad conclusions based on a single event or limited evidence. By using the word "so" in the statement, the person is generalizing their perceived stupidity to encompass all aspects of themselves and their abilities.

3. Filtering: This distortion involves selectively focusing on negative aspects while filtering out positive or neutral information. The person is ignoring any evidence of their intelligence or successes and solely focusing on their perceived stupidity.

4. Personalization: This distortion involves assuming personal responsibility for events or outcomes that may not be entirely within one's control. The person is blaming themselves and assuming that their perceived stupidityp is the sole cause of negative outcomes, disregarding external factors or circumstances.

5. Mental filtering: This distortion involves magnifying negative aspects or experiences while minimizing positive aspects or experiences. The person is amplifying their perceived stupidity while disregarding any evidence that contradicts this belief.

6. Emotional reasoning: This distortion involves assuming that emotions reflect the objective reality or truth. The person may believe that because they feel stupid, it must be a fact rather than recognizing that their self-perception is influenced by negative emotions."

"It's important to identify these cognitive distortions to challenge and reframe negative automatic thoughts. By recognizing the distortions and considering alternative perspectives or evidence, individuals can develop a more balanced and realistic self-perception" (ChatGPT).