Conceptual Complexity as a Mediator of Thought Content and Negative Affect: Implications for Cognitive Restructuring Interventions.

Bruch, Monroe A.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1982-Jul

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Conceptual Complexity as a Mediator of Thought Content and Negative Affect: Implications for Cognitive Restructuring Interventions.

Bruch, Monroe A.; And Others

Journal of Counseling Psychology, v29 n4 p343-53 Jul 1982

Examined the hypothesis that subject differences in conceptual complexity (CC) may mediate individuals' cognitive and emotional responses toward problem situations. Results showed high-CC individuals reported more internal attributions and fewer negative task statements and showed less increase in negative mood. (Author)

Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Anxiety, Attribution Theory, Cognitive Style, College Students, Depression (Psychology), Emotional Response, Higher Education, Hostility, Individual Differences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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