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What's the use of worrying? Its function and its dysfunction

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Pages 347-354 | Received 04 Jul 2002, Accepted 20 Feb 2003, Published online: 07 Aug 2009
 

Abstract

Objective: To provide an overview of theory and research regarding the phenomenology and function of worry.

Method: A systematic literature search focusing on conceptualizations of worry as a cognitive activity and worry research over the last 20 years was conducted.

Results: Worry can be both functional and dysfunctional. Disruption to daily functioning, perceived uncontrollability, pervasiveness and extensive coverage of worry themes (including ‘remote’ events and the presence of meta-worry), all have specificity to more severe and dysfunctional worry.

Conclusions: Research investigating both the relationship between worry and anxiety and the attributes of severe worriers, has brought attention to its role in fostering emotional disturbance and has clarified factors relevant to treatment.

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