Enhancing Marital Satisfaction Through   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: A Review of Marital Satisfaction Improvement of Iranian Couples

Hosseini, Nastaranalsadat; Poh, Li Lau; Baranovich, Diana-Lea

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“…The results also showed that acceptance and commitment therapy increased the self-efficacy of the experimental group compared to the control group. These results are consistent with the findings of other studies (Rachael, 2018;Hosseini et al, 2019 andAhmadi andRaisi, 1398) that people whose acceptance and commitment therapy is effective increase their self-efficacy. To explain the results, it can be said that a large part of the skills taught in the therapy group is based on acceptance and commitment, living valuable and accepting negative emotional states, and paying attention to the person's internal states (such as emotion and cognition).…”

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“…The results showed that acceptance and commitment therapy increased marital satisfaction in the experimental group compared to the control group. These results are consistent with the findings of other studies (Rachael, 2018;Hosseini et al, 2019 andAhmadi andRaisi, 1398) that individuals whose acceptance and commitment therapy is effective increase marital satisfaction. Also, in the study of Esfandiari Bayat et al (1400) in a study concluded that despite the differences in content and process of the two approaches of rational-emotive behavior therapy and therapy based on acceptance and commitment, elements such as emotional discharge, hope and universality of human experience In both treatments, it increases the forgiveness of women.…”

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The efficacy of acceptance and commitment based therapy on marital satisfaction and self-efficiency of mothers with children with cerebral palsy

Zarei

Asadpour

Mohsenzadeh

2021

JPS

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Background: Mothers of children with cerebral palsy are prone to social, economic, emotional and family pressures due to the presence of a child with cerebral palsy, which leads to a decrease in marital satisfaction and their perception of efficiency. Research has shown that acceptance and commitment therapy is a supportive approach that emphasizes the relationship and acceptance of individual and family values and uses awareness and acceptance along with commitment and behavior change strategies to increase psychological resilience that increases satisfaction. Couples and their self-efficacy, but there is a research gap in performing this intervention on mothers with children with cerebral palsy. Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of acceptance and commitment therapy based on increasing marital satisfaction and self-efficacy of mothers with children with cerebral palsy. Methods: The present study is an applied research in terms of purpose and quasi-experimental in terms of data collection. The statistical population of the present study included all mothers with children with cerebral palsy who referred to educational and rehabilitation centers for the physically disabled in Kermanshah in 1399. The sample consisted of 23 volunteer mothers who were selected by convenience sampling method and randomly assigned to two experimental groups based on acceptance and commitment (n= 10) and a control group (n= 13). The experimental group received 12 sessions of 90-minute acceptance and commitment therapy according to Hayes (2008) approach once a week and the control group did not receive any intervention. Data were analyzed using Mixed analysis of variance. Results: The results of repeated measures analysis of variance showed that acceptance and commitment-based therapy is effective in increasing marital satisfaction and self-efficiency of mothers with children with cerebral palsy. (P≤0/001). Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, marital satisfaction and self-efficacy of mothers with children with cerebral palsy can be improved by using therapy based on acceptance and commitment.

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confidence: 92%

The efficacy of acceptance and commitment based therapy on marital satisfaction and self-efficiency of mothers with children with cerebral palsy

Zarei

Asadpour

Mohsenzadeh

2021

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“…The marital adjustment and satisfaction of couples are regarded as important factors in creating a good and stable relationship ( 1 , 2 ). In fact, marital satisfaction is defined as a sense of joy and happiness of a couple in living together.…”

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The Effect of Psychological Interventions on Sexual and Marital Satisfaction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Bafrani¹,

Nourizadeh²,

Hakimi³

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Background: Sexual and marital satisfaction play an important role in the stability of couples' relationships, so it is necessary to take a proper approach to promote them. This study aimed to identify and categorize psychological interventions affecting sexual satisfaction and marital satisfaction of women in Iran. Methods: An electronic systematic review search was conducted using the Persian and English databases of SID, Embase, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Medline, Cochran library, and Google Scholar motor engine until 2021 to identify all relevant clinical trials and experimental and quasi-experimental studies assessing the effect of psychological interventions on sexual and marital satisfaction. Results: Totally, we retrieved 528 studies from the previously mentioned databases, of which, 38 met the eligibility criteria. The subgroup meta-analysis of 4 studies conducted showed that interventions based on individual consultations increase sexual satisfaction (MD: 2.94, 95% CI: −0.36 to 6.24, P= .23), (I2 =30.83%). The subgroup meta-analysis of 10 studies conducted revealed that couple-based consultations increase marital satisfaction (MD: 5.93, 95% CI: -2.59 to 9.27, P=.95), (I2 = 0%). Conclusion: The results of meta-analysis demonstrated the effect of counseling-based psychological interventions on increasing sexual and marital satisfaction of couples. However, further clinical trials are required before making a definitive conclusion.

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“…A strong mind-body connection is essential for overall well-being, as it enables individuals to respond to physical and emotional stressors more effectively. ACT promotes a holistic approach to health by integrating mindfulness and acceptance, which can enhance the mind-body connection (Hosseini et al, 2019).…”

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Sustained Benefits of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Emotion Recognition and Mind-Body Connection

Chikwe,

Zadhasn

2023

JPPR

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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on enhancing emotion recognition and strengthening the mind-body connection. A randomized controlled trial design was employed with 30 participants randomly assigned to either an intervention group (ACT) or a control group, each consisting of 15 participants. The intervention group underwent eight 60-minute ACT sessions over eight weeks, while the control group received no intervention. Data were collected at three time points: baseline, post-intervention, and four-month follow-up, using the Emotion Recognition Questionnaire (ERQ) and the Mindful Awareness and Body Connection Scale (MABC). Data analysis involved repeated measures ANOVA and Bonferroni post-hoc tests, conducted using SPSS-27. Significant improvements were observed in the intervention group compared to the control group. For the intervention group, the mean ERQ score increased from 58.40 (SD = 6.85) at baseline to 72.30 (SD = 5.90) post-intervention, and slightly decreased to 70.50 (SD = 6.20) at follow-up. In contrast, the control group showed no significant changes, with mean ERQ scores of 57.90 (SD = 7.10) at baseline, 58.60 (SD = 6.95) post-intervention, and 57.80 (SD = 7.00) at follow-up. Repeated measures ANOVA revealed significant effects for group (F(1, 28) = 15.76, p < .001), time (F(2, 56) = 20.78, p < .001), and the interaction between time and group (F(2, 56) = 15.26, p < .001). Bonferroni post-hoc tests confirmed significant improvements in the intervention group from baseline to post-intervention (mean difference = -13.90, p < .001) and baseline to follow-up (mean difference = -12.10, p < .001). ACT significantly enhances emotion recognition and strengthens the mind-body connection. These improvements are sustained over time, highlighting ACT's potential as an effective intervention for these psychological domains.

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Enhancing Marital Satisfaction Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: A Review of Marital Satisfaction Improvement of Iranian Couples

Cited by 6 publications

References 16 publications

The efficacy of acceptance and commitment based therapy on marital satisfaction and self-efficiency of mothers with children with cerebral palsy

The efficacy of acceptance and commitment based therapy on marital satisfaction and self-efficiency of mothers with children with cerebral palsy

The Effect of Psychological Interventions on Sexual and Marital Satisfaction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Sustained Benefits of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Emotion Recognition and Mind-Body Connection

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