Describe the hypothesized role of thought suppression in the etiology of obsessive-compulsive disorder
Answer:
Attempts to disregard or forget a troubling thought may actually make the thought more intrusive, as the troubling thought becomes associated with the other thoughts meant to replace it. The troubling thought also becomes associated with negative feelings, so that afterwards the negative feelings can trigger the unwanted thought, and the unwanted thought can trigger negative feelings. As a result of the individual's attempt to suppress strong emotions, a rebound effect may occur, culminating in a vicious cycle, which may help to explain the episodic nature of obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
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