From: Psychosocial perspectives in the treatment of pediatric chronic pain
Child Cognitive Distortions | Parent Cognitive Distortions |
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Belief that one must restrict activity and involvement until symptoms resolve | Hesitation to promote increased activity and independence |
Self-image and confidence in interpersonal relationships | Fear of worsening patient symptoms by encouraging increased function |
Acceptability of assertive communication and behavior | Fear of teen relapse leading to overprotection and overreaction to even minor symptoms |
Over-emphasis on peer acceptance and “pleasing others” | Belief that patient is “faking” or exaggerating symptoms |
Over-dependence on others in order to recover from illness | Future projection of teen failure due to illness |
Setting realistic standards for achievement and success | |
Overcoming feelings of invalidation | |
Pessimism regarding future health outcome and personal success |