Comparison of the Effectiveness of Cognitive-behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Cognitive Distortions and Rumination in Adolescents With Social Anxiety Disorder
Shirin Ebrahimi,
Naiemeh Moheb,
Marziyeh Alivani Vafa
Abstract:Social anxiety disorder is a prevalent and persistent psychological disorder that is characterized by an intense fear of negative judgment from others, leading to avoidance of social interactions. This study compared the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in reducing social anxiety disorder (SAD) symptoms, including cognitive distortions, rumination, and anxiety sensitivity, in adolescents diagnosed with SAD.
Methods:The study was semi-experimental, … Show more
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