Why do some people see their glass as half–empty rather than half–full or even imagine that
the glass will be filled in the future? Experimental methods can illuminate how individual …

Depression is a global health problem requiring treatment innovation. Targeting neglected
cognitive aspects may provide a useful route. We tested a cognitive-training paradigm using …

The current cognitive bias modification (CBM) paradigm targets interpretation bias (CBM‐I)
in depression via promoting positive imagery. We investigated the impact of repeated …

Cognitive bias modification paradigms training positive mental imagery and interpretation
(imagery CBM-I) hold promise for treatment innovation in depression. However, depression …

Background Accruing evidence suggests that positive imagery-based cognitive bias
modification (CBM) could have potential as a standalone targeted intervention for …

Depression is a highly prevalent condition worldwide, yet multiple barriers to treatments
means that the development of low intensive and easily accessible psychological …

Abnormalities in mental imagery have been implicated in a range of mental health
conditions. Imagery has a particularly powerful effect on emotion and as such plays a …

The current meta-analysis explores the strength of effects of cognitive bias modification
training for interpretation bias (CBM-I) on positive (ie, adaptive) interpretations and mood as …

Depression is associated with decreased engagement in behavioural activities. A wide
range of activities can be promoted by simulating them via mental imagery. Mental imagery …

Positive affect and optimism play an important role in healthy ageing and are associated
with improved physical and cognitive health outcomes. This study investigated whether it is …