Natalie, a Psychotherapy Client, Is Depressed About a Recent Breakup

question 31

Multiple Choice

Natalie, a psychotherapy client, is depressed about a recent breakup with her boyfriend. She believes that the breakup is entirely her fault and that if she had done things differently, she would not be alone now. This belief best exemplifies the cognitive thought distortion known as ______.

• A) all-or-nothing thinking
• B) catastrophizing
• C) personalization
• D) mental filtering

---

Definitions:

Deferred Revenue

Income received in advance for products or services which is recorded as a liability until it is earned.

Sales Returns

Transactions where customers return previously purchased merchandise, leading to a reversal of revenue previously recognized.

Purchase Discount

A reduction in the purchase price, offered by the seller to the buyer, as an incentive for early payment.

Terms 2/10 n/30

Payment terms indicating a 2% discount if paid within 10 days, otherwise the full amount is due within 30 days.