Cognitive distortion: All-or-nothing thinking. Disability and having a chronic illness are often treated as what scientists call dichotomous or only existing in two states.

Becoming mindful of these common cognitive distortions will help you understand yourself and other people better.

When you find yourself having the cognitive distortion, ask yourself: what other ways you could think? For the negative predictions example, you might ask yourself what other outcomes are possible.

Cognitive distortions are irrational thoughts that distort reality and often lean toward negative thinking. Read this article to know how to manage cognitive distortions and negative thoughts.