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Systematic information processing style and perseverative worry

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posted on 2023-06-08, 16:33 authored by Suzanne R Dash, Frances Meeten, Graham C L Davey
This review examines the theoretical rationale for conceiving of systematic information processing as a proximal mechanism for perseverative worry. Systematic processing is characterised by detailed, analytical thought about issue-relevant information, and in this way, is similar to the persistent, detailed processing of information that typi?es perseverative worry. We review the key features and determinants of systematic processing, and examine the application of systematic processing to perseverative worry. We argue that systematic processing is a mechanism involved in perseverative worry because (1) systematic processing is more likely to be deployed when individuals feel that they have not reached a satisfactory level of con?dence in their judgement and this is similar to the worrier's striving to feel adequately prepared, to have considered every possible negative outcome/detect all potential danger, and to be sure that they will successfully cope with perceived future problems; (2) systematic processing and worry are in?uenced by similar psychological cognitive states and appraisals; and (3) the functional neuroanatomy underlying systematic processing is located in the same brain regions that are activated during worrying. This proposed mechanism is derived from core psychological processes and offers a number of clinical implications, including the identi?cation of psychological states and appraisals that may bene?t from therapeutic interventions for worry-based problems.

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  • Published

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Journal

Clinical Psychology Review

ISSN

0272-7358

Publisher

Elsevier

Issue

8

Volume

33

Page range

1041-1056

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  • Psychology Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2013-12-19

First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date

2013-12-19

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