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Review
. 2015 May:44:9-15.
doi: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2014.08.002. Epub 2014 Aug 23.

Metacognition in addictive behaviors

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Metacognition in addictive behaviors

Marcantonio M Spada et al. Addict Behav. 2015 May.
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Abstract

Background: Over the last twenty years metacognitive theory has provided a novel framework, in the form of the Self-Regulatory Executive Function (S-REF) model, for conceptualizing psychological distress (Wells & Matthews, 1994, 1996). The S-REF model proposes that psychological distress persists because of unhelpful coping styles (e.g. extended thinking and thought suppression) which are activated and maintained as a result of metacognitive beliefs.

Objective: This paper describes the S-REF model and its application to addictive behaviors using a triphasic metacognitive formulation.

Discussion: Evidence on the components of the triphasic metacognitive formulation is reviewed and the clinical implications for applying metacognitive therapy to addictive behaviors outlined.

Keywords: Addictive behaviors; Cognitive-attentional syndrome; Metacognition; Metacognitive beliefs; Metacognitive therapy; Self-Regulatory Executive Function model.

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