ruminationthrough
Ruminationthrough is a cognitive process in which sustained, self-focused rumination is used deliberately and systematically to generate insight or resolve problems. It is described as distinct from maladaptive rumination, which is repetitive, unregulated, and emotionally burdensome without productive outcomes. In this view, ruminationthrough includes goal setting, structured reflection, and the application of regulatory strategies to steer thinking toward actionable understanding.
Process and methods: practitioners typically define a specific question or issue, allocate limited time, and cycle
Applications and contexts: in psychotherapy, ruminationthrough is discussed as a potential mechanism by which deliberate rumination
Evidence and critique: empirical support for ruminationthrough as a distinct construct is limited. Some studies suggest
See also: rumination; cognitive therapy; metacognition; problem solving.