Question

A student who has been doing very well in her psychology class receives a minor critical comment on an essay that she wrote as part of an exam. The student thinks, "This is terrible. I'm probably going to fail the course." This type of cognitive error in thinking is called:
a) overgeneralization
b) splitting
c) dissociating
d) arbitrary inference

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is a. overgeneralization.

Explanation:

Overgeneralizaton occurs when you associate the result of one experience with all others, especially in the future. It can lead to anxiety and stress, and is usually presented in people with depression and other mental disorders. These attitudes may also hinder people from overcoming challenges or taking risks.