Which of the following statements would be an example of Beck's concept of catastrophizing?
A. "If I fail this exam I'm probably never going to graduate from college."
B. "It doesn't matter if most people like me. If even one dislikes me there must be something wrong with me."
C. "If you are not totally on my side then you must be my enemy."
D. "You were laughing when I walked in. You must be laughing at me!"
Answer: A
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