The influence of ruminative processing mode on the trajectory of intrusive memories following a negative mood induction

ConclusionsIn contrast to previous findings, our results suggest that any form of rumination about an event (whether in an abstract or concrete mode) may temporarily result in fewer intrusive memories in comparison to distraction. Processing mode does not appear to predict particular trajectories of intrusions following a mood induction.
Source: Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research