Societal upheaval can trigger uncertainty, which makes people susceptible to cognitive traps. Experts suggest some simple tools can help.

Scientists study the "intolerance of uncertainty"— or the negative beliefs that people have about uncertainty, which can lead to unhealthy emotional or behavioral reactions when uncertainty ...

“A lot of people struggle with what I call ‘I.O.U.’ — and that means an intolerance of uncertainty, not knowing.” Chapman says that people who struggle with anxiety may try to find ways ...

This cycle is driven by two powerful factors: intolerance of uncertainty and deep-rooted core fears. Intolerance of uncertainty and doubt Uncertainty is an inherent part of life, yet most people ...

From the worsening cost-of-living to the climate crisis everything feels rather… chaotic right now. So what can we do to help ourselves feel more in control at such an overwhelming time? We ...

Bredemeier's research focuses on understanding risk factors for different forms of emotional distress (e.g., excessive worry) and related problems (e.g., suicidal ideation), with a focus of cognitive ...