The Basic Priciples Of ACT - Cognitive Fusion

Question 1

What is cognitive fusion?

Answer 1

When an individual allows their though processes (beliefs, assumptions, thoughts, attitudes, memories, or emotions) to have an excessive influence over their behaviour and awareness to the point that they are caught upon these and become disconnected from the present moment.

Question 2

When do thoughts and emotions become problematic?

Answer 2

When we become overly attached and ‘fused’ with them, believing that they reflect reality.

Question 3

What happens when an individual becomes fused with their thought processes?

Answer 3

It can lead the individual to move away from the present moment and their true values.

Question 4

What can cognitive fusion lead to?

Answer 4

Experiential avoidance

Question 5

What can it seem like when we fuse with a cognition?

Answer 5

1. Like it’s something we have to obey, give in to, or accept
2. A threat we need to avoid or get rid of
3. Something very important that requires our attention