Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Research Articles

The Relationship Between Anxious Attachment and Social Networking Site Addiction in Adolescents: The Mediating Role of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions, Self-Esteem, and the Desire to Be Liked

The Relationship Between Anxious Attachment and Social Networking Site Addiction in Adolescents: The Mediating Role of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions, Self-Esteem, and the Desire to Be Liked

Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions: What is the Role of Childhood Trauma and Attachment?

The aim of this study is to investigate the mediating role of attachment styles in the relationship between childhood trauma and cognitive distortion. The sample comprised 358 (44.7 % males) university students. Participants completed the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire, the Three-Dimensional Attachment Style Scale, and the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale. According to the results, other variables, except for physical neglect, did not differ in terms of gender. According to other results of the research, childhood trauma and anxious attachment predicted interpersonal cognitive distortions. In addition, anxious attachment mediated the relationship between childhood trauma and interpersonal cognitive distortions. These findings provide evidence that childhood trauma, mediated by anxious attachment, might contribute to interpersonal cognitive distortions in adulthood. However, secure and avoidant attachment had no statistically meaningful direct impact on interpersonal cognitive distortions. Findings were discussed in line with the relevant literature and some suggestions were presented to the researchers in the context of planning treatment, including assessment of prognosis and treatment needs.

Predictors of Marital Satisfaction in Married Teachers: Tendency to Cheat and Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions

This study aimed to examine whether the tendency to cheat and interpersonal cognitive distortions have a predictive effect on the marital satisfaction level of married teachers. The sample of the study consisted of 107 (28.1%) male and 271 (71.9%) female married teachers working in Gaziantep. In the study, a Personal Information Form was used to collect data on the demographic characteristics of married teachers, the Marriage Life Scale to measure marital satisfaction level, the Cheating Tendency Scale to measure the level of infidelity tendency, and the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale to measure interpersonal cognitive distortions. A survey model was used in this study. The Pearson Correlation Coefficient and Multiple Regression analysis methods were used in the analysis process of the obtained data. As a result of the research, it was concluded that the tendency to cheat and interpersonal cognitive distortions were significant predictors of marital satisfaction. As a result of the analysis, it was concluded that the tendency to cheat and interpersonal cognitive distortions explained 30% of married teachers' marital satisfaction. At the same time, there is a negative and significant relationship between marital satisfaction and the tendency to cheat; a positive and significant relationship exists between the tendency to cheat and interpersonal cognitive distortions. It has been determined that there is a negative and significant relationship between interpersonal cognitive distortions and marital satisfaction.

Measuring dysfunctional interpersonal beliefs: validation of the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale among a heterogeneous German-speaking sample

BackroundDysfunctional interpersonal beliefs (DIBs) are a key symptom domain in numerous mental disorders. Because DIBs exert a strong influence on social experience and behavior, they play an important role in a mental disorder's development and progression. To date, only the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale (ICDS) captures DIBs independently of specific disorders, populations, or contexts. The present study's aim was to psychometrically evaluate and validate a German translation of the ICDS.MethodsThe ICDS was administered along with indicators of convergent (rejection sensitivity, depressive expectations, interpersonal trust, interpersonal problems, perceived social support), discriminant (self-efficacy, perseverative negative thinking, optimism), and clinical validity (psychopathology, perceived stress, well-being) to a pooled sample incorporating non-clinical (N = 114) and clinical (N = 94) participants.ResultsAn exploratory factor analysis (EFA) suggested a five-factor solution (factor loadings: .44 to .85). Correlational analyses demonstrated acceptable convergent (ρ = -.29 to -.35, ρ = .27 to .59), suboptimal discriminant (ρ = -.27 to -.38, ρ = .52), and acceptable clinical validity (ρ = -.21, ρ = .36 to .44) at the total-scale level. However, results at the subscale level were mixed and required nuanced interpretation. Likewise, internal consistency was acceptable at the total-scale level (α = .76), but ranged from good to poor at the subscale level (α = .61 to .80). DIBs mediated the negative relationship between mental disorder onset and psychopathology levels.DiscussionOur results imply DIBs' relevance to mental health and related outcomes. When working with the ICDS’s German version, we recommend employing only the “insecurity” subscale, as this was the only scale revealing acceptable psychometric properties. Future studies should improve the construct validity of the ICDS (and its subscales), e.g., by adding more items to the respective subscales and further classes of DIBs.

Attachment Anxiety and Interpersonal Relationship Styles: The Mediating Role of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions

Attachment Anxiety and Interpersonal Relationship Styles: The Mediating Role of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions

Association of Life Satisfaction, Cognitive Distortions about Relationships and Psychological Vulnerability with the Fear of Happiness among Teachers

This study examined the relationship of teachers' interpersonal cognitive distortions, life satisfaction, and psychological vulnerability on fear of happiness. The study group consists of 738 teachers who work in the center and districts of Hakkari province in the 2020-2021 academic year and voluntarily participated in the research. Personal Information Form, Fear of Happiness Scale, Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale, The Satisfaction with Life Scale, and Psychological Vulnerability Scale were used to collect data in this study. As a result of the analysis, it was determined that there was a moderately positive relationship between fear of happiness and interpersonal cognitive distortions, a low negative relationship between life satisfaction, and a low-level positive relationship between psychological vulnerability. It was determined that there was a low-level negative relationship between life satisfaction and relationship-related cognitive distortions and psychological vulnerability, and a positive significant relationship between relationship-related cognitive distortions and psychological vulnerability. Stepwise Regression analysis was used to determine whether interpersonal cognitive distortions, satisfaction with life, and psychological vulnerability were predicted on fear of happiness. As a result of the analysis, it was determined that cognitive distortions, life satisfaction, and psychological vulnerability variable had a statistically significant effect on fear of happiness.

The comparison of cognitive distortions and dysfunctional attitudes of normal adolescents and adolescents with conduct disorder

Over the past few decades, conduct disorder has increased rapidly. However, few studies have been conducted on the role of interpersonal cognitive distortions and dysfunctional attitudes in this kind of disorder. This is a causal-comparative study. The research statistical population is composed of all the adolescents with conduct disorder living at Esfahan’s Centre for Rehabilitation and Training in 2021. Also, research sample size encompasses a total of 60 adolescents: 30 adolescents with conduct disorder and 30 normal. Two groups were matched regarding the age, sex and educational level. The research tools were three questionnaires on demographic characteristics, interpersonal cognitive distortion and dysfunctional attitude scales. Data were analyzed by Multivariate Regression. According to the research data analysis, there was not a significant difference between two groups with regard to the misconception mean scores in interpersonal relations and interpersonal cognitive distortions. However, mean scores of adolescents suffering from conduct disorder in rejection with interpersonal relations, unrealistic expectations, and dysfunctional attitudes were significant (P<0.05). According to findings of the study, it seems that dysfunctional attitudes and interpersonal cognitive distortions are effective in causing disorders. Thus, by providing grounds for psychological interventions, conduct disorder can be treated with better results.

Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Among the Community-dwelling Elderly in Tehran, Iran

Background & Aims Interpersonal cognitive distortion (ICD) is one of the psychological problems in old age that causes a person not to have a correct and logical understanding of relations. Its continuation can lead to anxiety and depression. This study aims to determine the ICDs among the community-dwelling elderly in Tehran, Iran. Materials & Methods In this descriptive-correlational study, participants were 200 older people dwelling in the urban parks in Tehran, Iran who were selected using a cluster sampling method from December 2020 to October 2021. Data collection tools included a demographic form, abbreviated mental test score (AMTS), and interpersonal cognitive distortion scale (ICDS). The collected data were analyzed in SPSS software, version 16 software using descriptive statistics (Mean±SD, No. (%)) and inferential statistics (Pearson correlation test, independent t-test, analysis of variance). Results The mean total score of ICD was 52.53±8.29 out of 95, which indicates the moderate level of ICD among the elderly. In terms of the dimensions of ICDS, the unrealistic relationship expectations had the highest mean score (2.91±0.57), while the dimension of interpersonal rejection had the lowest score (2.64±0.52). There was a significant relationship between the age of the elderly and their ICD (P=0.03). Conclusion Considering the existence of a significant relationship between ageing and cognitive distortions, The nurses working in healthcare centers in Mashhad should take it into account in interventions for the elderly.

Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions and Anxiety: The Mediating Role of Emotional Intelligence

In this study, interpersonal cognitive distortions and emotional intelligence were identified as predictors of anxiety. In this regard, this study was conducted to describe the connections among interpersonal cognitive distortions, anxiety, and emotional intelligence and disclose the mediation of emotional intelligence between interpersonal cognitive distortions and anxiety. A total of 235 university students (135 females and 100 males) were surveyed for the correlational model in the study. The Beck Anxiety Inventory, the Schutte Emotional Intelligence Test, a Personal Information Form, and the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale were utilized for collecting the data. According to the findings, emotional intelligence, interpersonal cognitive distortions, and anxiety have statistically significant negative correlations. Furthermore, it was found that interpersonal cognitive distortions had a positive and statistically significant correlation with anxiety. Based on the mediation analyses conducted in the study, it was determined that the association between interpersonal cognitive distortions and anxiety was partially mediated by emotional intelligence. As a result, the indirect influence of interpersonal cognitive distortions on anxiety is statistically significant. Experts who design programs to help persons with anxiety and who study family therapy are expected to benefit from the findings of the study.

Pathological narcissism, interpersonal cognitive distortions, and workplace bullying among nurses: A cross-sectional study.

The aim of this work is to examine whether nurses' pathological narcissism and interpersonal cognitive distortions predict workplace bullying when controlling for organizational culture, work-related factors, and demographic variables. To eradicate workplace bullying, a multifaceted holistic approach to identify potential predictors is needed. Nurses' narcissistic behaviours negatively affect collegial relationships and the organization. Furthermore, interpersonal cognitive distortions have been demonstrated to directly affect bullying and victimization. Responses from 236 nurses to an online survey were analysed. The Pathological Narcissism Inventory, Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale, Positive Nursing Organizational Culture Measurement Tool, and The Negative Acts Questionnaire-Revised were used to measure the key variables. A multiple regression analysis revealed that pathological narcissism (β = .33, p < .001) had the greatest effect on nurses' workplace bullying, followed by positive organizational culture (β = -.31, p < .001), interpersonal cognitive distortions (β = .17, p = .028), marital status (β = -.15, p = .020), and position (β = -.12, p = .047). Although prejudice or stigma surrounding narcissistic personalities should be avoided, nurses should be aware of and manage such characteristics so that they do not become a factor in workplace bullying. There is a need to protect nurses from workplace bullying and create a positive organizational culture by recognizing narcissistic traits and preparing intervention strategies that support improvement.

The effectiveness of Emotional Focused Therapy on Emotional Information Processing and Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions among women with Somatic Symptoms of Isfahan

The effectiveness of Emotional Focused Therapy on Emotional Information Processing and Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions among women with Somatic Symptoms of Isfahan

The Effectiveness of Dattilio Cognitive Couple Therapy on Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions in Conflicting Couples in Mashhad

The Effectiveness of Dattilio Cognitive Couple Therapy on Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions in Conflicting Couples in Mashhad

The Impact of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions on Satisfaction with Life and the Mediating Role of Loneliness

Loneliness and cognitive distortions have serious negative effects on life satisfaction and are seen as related to each other. However, what mediates in these relationships has not been adequately analyzed. This study aims to analyze the effect between cognitive distortions and life satisfaction by asserting the mediating role of loneliness. For this purpose, we conducted a cross-sectional study with 978 people over the age of 20 from various parts of Turkey using a general screening model. Firstly, we analyzed the direct effect of interpersonal rejection, interpersonal misperception, and unrealistic relationship expectation, which are sub-dimensions of cognitive distortions, loneliness, and life satisfaction. Secondly, we analyzed the effects of independent, mediation, and interaction (Loneliness X age) variables on satisfaction with life. Thirdly, we applied direct regression analysis between independent, mediating, and dependent variables to conduct the mediation analysis of the study. Also, we examined age as a moderator between loneliness and life satisfaction. The results showed loneliness as an essential determinant between cognitive distortions and life satisfaction. Moreover, in the moderation analysis, we found some age-related differences between loneliness and life satisfaction. According to this, both loneliness and life satisfaction increased with increasing age. However, life satisfaction decreased as loneliness increased in young people. Being able to compensate for loneliness in the aging process is an essential psychological indicator. Although young people have more opportunities than older people, their ability to cope with negative situations such as loneliness is largely undeveloped. These results showed both psychological and sociological problems of loneliness. Therefore, the results can be useful for the prevention of loneliness and the development of intervention programs.

The effects of the psychoeducation on cognitive distortions, negative automatic thoughts and dysfunctional attitudes of patients diagnosed with depression

ABSTRACT There are many studies showing a positive relationship between depression level and cognitive distortions in the literature. The study was carried out to determine the effects of cognitive behavioral therapy–based psychoeducation on cognitive distortions, negative automatic thoughts and dysfunctional attitudes of patients diagnosed with depression. This study was designed as a two-group pre-posttest study. The study sample composed of a total of 60 patients (30 patients in the treatment group and 30 patients in the control group) who met the eligibility criteria. The data have been collected by using The Personal Information Form, Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire, The Dysfunctional Attitude Scale and Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale. Psychoeducation was provided in the form of individual training once a week in total of eight sessions. For the pretest, assumption and schemas that make people predispose to depression, dysfunctional attitudes and cognitive distortions in interpersonal relationships were seen frequently to be above average in all patients. It was determined that patients in the treatment group used significantly less dysfunctional attitudes and to had lower negative automatic thoughts and interpersonal cognitive distortions compared with patients in the control group in posttest (p < 0.05). Consequently, cognitive behavioral therapy–based psychoeducation has become considerably effective in decreasing the use of negative automatic thoughts, interpersonal cognitive distortions and dysfunctional attitudes in patients with depression. cognitive behavioral therapy–based psychoeducation should be thought of as a treatment component due to its effectiveness in nursing care of depressed patients.

The Relationship Between Perceived Parental Rejection and Dating Anxiety: The Mediating Role of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions

The aim of this study was to examine the mediating role of interpersonal cognitive distortions between perceived parental rejection and dating anxiety in emerging adults. The study also examined whether gender and grade level also differ in terms of dating anxiety. Participants were 574 (334 women, 240 men) university students studying in a state university in Turkey who were reached with stratified sampling method. The data were collected with Adult Parental Acceptance-Rejection Questionnaire- Short Form, Dating Anxiety Scale and Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale. The results of the study showed positive correlations between perceived parental rejection and dating anxiety and interpersonal cognitive distortions. According to the path analysis results, interpersonal cognitive distortions were partial mediator in relationship between perceived maternal rejection and dating anxiety. However, it was found that paternal rejection had a direct effect on dating anxiety, and cognitive distortions did not have a mediating role on this relationship. It was found that dating anxiety did not differ significantly in terms of gender, while it differed in terms of grade level. Warmth and acceptance centred parent-child relationship can be considered as a protective factor that can increase the dating anxiety by increasing the cognitive distortions.

Modeling the Relationship between the BIS, Victimization and Reward on BDD Considering Mediating Role of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions in Students

پژوهش حاضر باهدف بررسی رابطه بین سیستم بازداری رفتاری، تجارب پاداش و قربانی شدن با بدشکلی بدن از طریق میانجی‌گری تحریفات شناختی بین فردی انجام گرفت. روش پژوهش توصیفی و از نوع همبستگی بود که از طریق تحلیل مسیر انجام شد. جامعه آماری پژوهش دانش آموزان مقطع متوسطه درسال تحصیلی 1398-1399 شهر تهران بود. تعداد 364 نفر با روش نمونه‌گیری تصادفی خوشه‌ای چندمرحله‌ای انتخاب و با مقیاس اصلاح‌شده وسواس فکری – عملی ییل براون، مقیاس تحریف‌های شناختی بین فردی، شاخص احتمال پاداش، فرم ایرانی مقیاس قربانی شدن مرادی وخرده مقیاس سیستم بازداری رفتاری مورد ارزیابی قرار گرفتند. نتایج تحلیل مسیر نشان داد سیستم بازداری رفتاری، قربانی شدن و تحریفات شناختی بین فردی با بدشکلی بدن رابطه مستقیم و مثبت دارند. پاداش رابطه مستقیم و منفی با بدشکلی بدن داشت. همچنین نتایج نشان داد تحریفات شناختی بین فردی نقش واسطه‌ای معناداری بین سیستم بازداری رفتاری، قربانی شدن، پاداش و نشانگان بدشکلی بدن دارد. بر اساس یافته‌ها می توان نتیجه گرفت که سیستم بازداری رفتاری، قربانی شدن، پاداش و تحریفات شناختی بین فردی در بدشکلی بدن دانش آموزان نقش دارند. این نتایج در طراحی برنامه‌های مشاوره‌ای و درمانی برای دانش آموزان قابل استفاده است.

Interpersonal cognitive distortions and family role performances in spouses during COVID-19 pandemic process in Turkey.

PurposeThis study aimed to examine the relationship between interpersonal cognitive distortions and family role performances in spouses during the pandemic process.Design and MethodsThis cross‐sectional study was conducted on 402 married individuals.FindingsThe total score of interpersonal cognitive distortions and task performance scores were higher in males. The individuals who go to the workplace during the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) process have higher unrealistic relationship expectancy score and total score of interpersonal cognitive distortion. Interpersonal cognitive distortions were determined to explain 5% of task and relationship performance in family role performance.Practice ImplicationsIt was determined that the relationships in the spouses were associated with cognitive distortions and family role performance. Interpersonal cognitive distortions in spouses were found to affect role performance in the family.

Kadınlarda Bağlanma Stilleri ve Bazı Kişisel Değişkenler Açısından Bilişsel Çarpıtmaların İncelenmesi

The purpose of this study was to determine whether cognitive distortions differ in relation to attachment styles and various personal variables in a female sample. A cross-sectional survey model was employed in this study. The participants included 248 adult women who were acquired through convenience sampling method and had an average age of 32.21 years (SD = 1.56). Data on the participants’ attachment styles and cognitive distortions were collected by employing the Experiences in Close Relationships Scale and the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale, respectively. Furthermore, a personal information form, prepared by the researchers, was used to collect data on the marital status of participants, whether they had received psychological treatment, and whether they were employed. The results of multivariate analysis of variance revealed that there were significant differences in the interpersonal rejection and unrealistic relationship expectation subdimensions of the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale in relation to the attachment styles of participants. However, there were no significant differences in the interpersonal misperception/mind reading dimension. The results of other analyses showed that the participants did not reveal any significiant differences regarding&nbsp;interpersonal rejection, unrealistic relationship expectation, and interpersonal misperception/mind reading subdimensions of the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale in accordance with their marital status, whether they had received any psychological treatment, and whether they worked.

Prediction of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions based on the Worship of Celebrities and Parasocial Interaction with Them

Prediction of Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions based on the Worship of Celebrities and Parasocial Interaction with Them

Üniversite Öğrencilerinde Bağlanma Stillerinin İlişkilerle İlgili Bilişsel Çarpıtmaları Yordama Gücünün İncelenmesi

Bu araştırmanın amacı üniversite öğrencilerinin bağlanma stillerinin ilişkileri ile ilgili bilişsel çarpıtmalarını yordama düzeyinin incelenmesidir. Bu amaçla Aksaray Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi’nin farklı programlarında lisans eğitimi alan ve yaşları 18-28 arasındaki 223 katılımcıdan (139 kadın %62.33, 84 erkek %37.67) araştırma verileri toplanmıştır. Bağlanma stillerinin ilişkilerle ilgili bilişsel çarpıtmaları yordama gücü hesaplanmadan önce bu değişkenler arasındaki Pearson korelasyon katsayısı incelenmiştir. Yapılan analizlerde değişkenler arasında düşük ve orta düzeyde korelasyon katsayıları elde edilmiştir. Bu aşamanın ardından yapılan regresyon analizinde güvensiz bağlanma stillerinin (kayıtsız, korkulu ve saplantılı) ilişkilerle ilgili bilişsel çarpıtmaların yaklaşık %22’sini açıkladığı görülmüştür. Elde edilen bu bulgular ilgili alanyazın ışığında tartışılarak, gelecekteki araştırmacılar ve uygulamalar için öneriler sıralanmıştır.