Which Type of Metacognitive Beliefs About Worry May Be Linked

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which type of metacognitive beliefs about worry may be linked to generalized anxiety disorder?

• A)Positive beliefs, such as thinking that worry can help solve problems
• B)Negative beliefs, such as thinking that worrying is dangerous
• C)Uncertainty beliefs, such as thinking that worrying is uncertain
• D)None of the above

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