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Creating Meaning: Cognitive Distortions Crossword

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This 16-clue crossword introduces common cognitive distortions—unhelpful thought patterns that can intensify emotional struggles. Students encounter terms like all-or-none thinking, the uniqueness fallacy, and the escape, paired with realistic scenarios that illustrate how these distortions appear in daily life. Suited for counseling groups, health classes, or SEL lessons exploring thought patterns and emotional regulation.

Subject:
Social Emotional Learning
Topic:
Understanding Feelings
Grade Level:
7th – 12th Grades
Updated October 2022

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