جستجوی مقالات مرتبط با کلیدواژه "compassion-focused therapy" در نشریات گروه "روانشناسی"

Divorce is one of the causes of mental disorders in life. Divorced women often face many challenges in their life after divorce. The present study was conducted with the aim of effective compassion-centered treatment on rumination and psychological stress of this group of women. The research method was an experimental single case design of ABA type. For this purpose, according to the entry and exit criteria, five divorced women were selected using by available sampling method. The subjects participated in three baseline sessions, eight compassion-focused therapy sessions, and one follow-up session. The research tools included the Nolen-Huxma and Murrow (1991) Ruminant Response Styles Questionnaire and the Cohen Perceived Stress Scale (1983). Data analysis was done by the method of Visual Drawing, Reliability coefficient calculation, and Recovery percentage formula. The results of the research indicated that compassion-focused therapy has a significant effect on reducing rumination and mental stress in divorced women. A fifteen-day follow-up also confirmed the stability of the results. The results of the research indicated that teaching compassion through adjusting the emotional-cognitive system of people, prepared them to face shameful life experiences such as divorce, and by reducing negative emotions and self-blame, it led to the cultivation and increase of positive emotions such as Compassion for self and others, self-confidence, tolerance of turmoil, acceptance without judgment, continuous attention on inner feelings and as a result reducing rumination and mental stress of divorced women. therefore, this treatment can be used by psychotherapists and family therapists to promote mental health and improve mental stress and rumination.

This study aimed to investigate the effect of compassion-focused therapy (CFT) on the symptoms of intrusion, arousal, and avoidance in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in nurses at Farshchian Hospital in Hamadan in 2021. The research design is quasi-experimental, with a control group and a pre-test-post-test, and the research method is applied in terms of purpose. The target population includes the nurses of Farshchian Heart Hospital in 2021. The purposive sampling method was employed to select 30 nurses (23 women and 7 males) for this study. The nurses were randomly assigned to the experimental and control groups. The experimental group underwent focused compassion treatment for eight 45-minute sessions. Research tools include the PTSD checklist (PCL). The data were analyzed using SPSS software version 23 for covariance analysis. The results showed that post-traumatic stress disorder was significantly impacted by compassion-focused treatment (p <0.01, F = 60.56). Therefore, it can be suggested that compassion-focused therapy, which employs techniques such as compassionate self-correction, emotional system regulation, and mindfulness, is a viable approach to alleviating the symptoms of intrusion, arousal, and avoidance in post-traumatic stress disorder.

The present study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy on emotional maturity and feelings of shame in girls with premenstrual syndrome. The current research was semi-experimental with a pre-test-post-test design and a control group with a follow-up period of two months. The statistical population of this research included all female students of the first secondary schools of Mashhad city who were studying in the academic year of 2023; 30 students were selected in a judgmental sampling and were assigned to two experimental (15 people) and control (15 people) groups by simple random sampling. Emotional Maturity Scale (EMS; Singh and Bhargava, 1988) and Guilt and Shame Proneness Scale (GASP; Cohen et al., 2011) were used to collect data. The members of the intervention group received compassion-focused therapy during 8 sessions. To analyze the data, repeated measurement variance analysis was used. The results showed that there is a significant difference between the groups in the post-test and follow-up of emotional maturity and feeling of shame (p<0.05) and the treatment focused on compassion had a lasting effect in the follow-up period (p<0.05). In general, it can be concluded that the treatment focused on compassion has been an effective treatment for improving emotional maturity and reducing the feeling of shame in girls with premenstrual syndrome.

The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy on self-blame. Guilt, and impulsive behaviors of adolescents with adverse childhood experiences. The research method was semi-experimental with a pre-tested and post-tested design control group. The statistical population included all the Islamic Azad University of Ardabil branch in the academic year of 2022-2023, and 48 people were selected by the available sampling method and randomly replaced in two experimental (n=23) and control (n=25) groups. The experimental group underwent eight 75-minute session-based therapy. Data collection tools included the Adverse Childhood Experiences questionnaire (ACE-Q) (Bellis et al, 2014), The Barat impulsivity questionnaire(BIS-11) (Patton et al, 1995), The Gilbert self-blame scale (SBS) (Gilbert et al, 2004), and Self-conscious emotions scale of Shame and guilt (GASP) (Cohen et al, 2011). Data analysis was done by multivariate analysis of variance (MANCOVA). The findings showed that by controlling the pre-test effect, there was a significant difference at the 0.01 level between the post-test mean of self-blame, guilt, and impulsive behaviors in the two experimental and control groups. These results state that compassion-focused therapy is a suitable psychotherapy method to reduce self-blame, guilt, and impulsive behaviors of adolescents with adverse childhood experiences.

Chronic diseases, including diabetes mellitus, have become increasingly prevalent, posing significant physical, psychological, and economic challenges. Type 2 diabetes, accounting for approximately 90% of diabetes cases, is characterized by insulin resistance and impaired insulin production. In Iran, over 1.5 million individuals are affected by diabetes, a condition associated with a doubled risk of mood disorders. To comprehensively address this complex issue, a biopsychosocial model has been adopted to explain the disease and its contributing factors. Adherence to diabetes treatment (The degree to which a patient follows a prescribed healthcare plan, including taking medications as directed, attending follow-up appointments, and making lifestyle changes) is crucial, yet it varies widely among patients, ranging from 23% to 93%.    Non-adherence is associated with increased health risks and hospitalizations. Furthermore, diabetic patients often experience elevated cholesterol levels, emphasizing the importance of effective management. Psychological interventions, such as Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT is a therapeutic approach that combines elements of mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and evolutionary psychology to foster compassion, helps individuals develop a more balanced and compassionate relationship with themselves and others by addressing underlying fears and insecurities) have demonstrated potential in improving treatment adherence and overall well-being in diabetic patients. Self-compassion, encompassing self-kindness, shared humanity, and mindfulness, is central to CFT and can enhance resilience and self-care. Research has consistently shown that CFT positively impacts treatment adherence, quality of life, and stress reduction.  This research was semi-experimental using pretest, posttest and quarterly follow-up with control group. The statistical population consisted of patients with type 2 diabetes referred to Isfahan Endocrine and Metabolism Research Center in the autumn of 2021 that 46 of them were selected via purposive sampling and randomly allocated to experimental and control group (23 people in each group). The members of the experimental group underwent eight sessions of compassion-focused therapy (two 90-minute sessions per week) and the control group was waiting for intervention. Modanloo Adherence to Treatment Questionnaire (2013) and evaluation of blood lipids by specialist  doctor was done in pre-test, post-test and three-month follow-up stages in both experimental and control groups.  Data were analysed by using Mixed Model ANOVA with SPSS software version 24. The findings indicated an improvement in adherence to treatment (F=36.132, P=0.001) and the balancing of blood lipids (triglycerides, cholesterol, LDL and HDL) in the experimental group compared to the control group, as well as the stability of the results in the follow-up phase (F=70.306, P=0.001). These results align with both domestic and international research, supporting the role of self-compassion in improving self-care and treatment adherence. By cultivating mindfulness and self-compassion, CFT empowers patients to reduce negative emotions, increase motivation to follow medical advice, and develop effective coping mechanisms. Self-compassion plays a crucial role in enhancing treatment adherence among individuals with diabetes. When individuals cultivate kindness and understanding towards themselves, they are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors and make choices that support their long-term well-being. By practicing self-compassion, individuals with diabetes can reduce feelings of self-blame and guilt associated with treatment failures, which can be a significant barrier to adherence. Furthermore, self-compassion can help individuals develop a more positive outlook on life, which can increase motivation and empower them to take an active role in managing their condition. Despite limitations such as the COVID-19 pandemic and reliance on self-report measures, this study highlights the value of CFT as a complementary approach to diabetes care. By addressing the psychological dimensions of the disease, CFT enhances treatment adherence, Healthcare providers are encouraged to incorporate CFT into their treatment plans to optimize the physical and psychological well-being of diabetic patients. Continued research is warranted to further explore the long-term effects of CFT and its applicability to diverse populations.

The objective of this study was to examine the efficacy of compassion-focused therapy in addressing the psychological and marital issues of women who have a veteran spouse. The research was conducted using an exploratory mixed-methodsapproach and encompassed both qualitative and quantitative phases. In 2020, the statistical population of the survey encompassed all women with veteran spouses residing in the 13th and 14th districts of Tehran. In the qualitative stage, purposive sampling was employed to select and interview 19 women with veteran spouses who were referred to the District 13 Municipal Health Center. The data was analyzed using thematic analysis. The identification of seven themes (anxiety, depression, fatigue and disability, irritability and aggression, loneliness, life dissatisfaction, and marital conflict) was the result of this analysis in the psychological-marital dimensions. Based on these components, a questionnaire was developed to assess the psychological and marital issues of women who have a veteran spouse. The data analysis in the experimental section was performed using the Bonferroni post hoc test and repeated measures analysis of variance in SPSS software version 22. The findings indicated that women who have spouses who are veterans encounter challenges in the areas of psychological, marital, physical, social, and economic well-being.Desirable psychometric properties were observed in the psychological-marital issues of women who completed a veteran spouse questionnaire. Also, compassion-focused therapy was effective in all psychological-marital aspects of the issues faced by women with a veteran spouse, resulting in a decrease in problematic behaviors. In the future, clinicians and researchers can investigate and mitigate the psychological-marital issues of women with a veteran spouse during counseling and psychotherapy sessions by implementing the combined study method, developing tools, and choosing the most suitable treatment.

The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of compassion-focused therapy in reducing high-risk behaviors and self-injurious behaviors in women with a history of substance abuse. The statistical population comprised women with a history of drug abuse who had sought treatment at addiction treatment centers in Mashhad. A total of 30 women were selected using the convenience sampling method and subsequently replaced in the experimental and control groups. Research instruments included the Iranian Adolescents Risk-Taking Scale (IARS) and the Inventory of Statements About Self-injury (ISAS). Data were analyzed using multivariate covariance. The results showed that compassion-focused treatment had a significant effect on reducing risky behaviors and self-injurious behaviors (P<0.05). Compassion-focused treatment appears to be effective in reducing high-risk and harmful behaviours in women with a history of substance abuse. It is suggested that therapists and counsellors make use of this intervention.

The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiveness of combined compassion-focused therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy on Adherence to treatment and Parenting Stress in mothers of autistic children in Khomeinishahr city in 2023. The research was semi-experimental in the form of pre-test-post-test with a control group. In this research, the purposeful sampling method was used, and from the statistical population, which consisted of all mothers with autistic children in Khomeinishahr, whose children were being educated at the Sarai Pakan center, 30 people were selected based on the inclusion criteria and randomly replaced in two experimental and control groups. The tools were Parental Stress Questionnaire (PSI) (Abidin, 2018) and Adherence to treatment Questionnaire (Madanlu, 2012). After the pre-test, the experimental group was trained in 10 sessions of 90 minutes. Then, both groups were re-evaluated; The results were analyzed with spss software and covariance method. The results showed that the implemented treatment had an effect on the Adherence to treatment and parental tension in the post-test stage and the changes in the experimental group were statistically significant compared to the control group. (P<0.05) Also, the treatment was effective on the components of adherence to the treatment, integration with life, commitment to treatment and resourcefulness in the implementation of the treatment, and also on the components of parental stress, except relations with spouse, competence, depression, social isolation and reinforcement have been significant.

The present study was conducted with the aim of comparing the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy and dialectical behavior therapy on the adversity quotients and emotional processing of adolescents with a history of self-injury. This research was a semi-experimental study with a pre-test, post-test design with experimental and control groups. The statistical population of the research included all female students of the second secondary level in the academic year of 2020-2021in Bushehr, who had a history of self-injury. Among them, 60 people were selected and randomly assigned to two experimental groups and one control group (20 people each). The first experimental group underwent compassion-based therapy and the second experimental group underwent dialectical behavioral therapy intervention, and the control group did not receive any intervention. The research tool were the self‐harm inventory (Sansone et al., 1998), Adversity Response Profile (Stoltz, 1997) and The Emotional Processing Scale (Baker et al., 2010). The results showed that both interventions increased the adversity quotients and reduced maladaptive emotional processing in adolescents (p<0.05). Also, the findings of the research indicated that there is a significant difference between compassion-focused therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, and compassion-focused therapy is more effective in increasing the adversity quotients and dialectical behavior therapy in emotional processing (p<0.001). According to the results of the research, both interventions can be used to improve the adversity quotients and emotional processing of adolescents with self-injury, along with other therapeutic interventions.

The present study aimed to compare the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy (CFT) with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on marriage regret of couples referring to divorce counseling centers in Gonbad Kavus city. The research method was quasi-experimental with a pre-test and post-test with a control group and a two-month follow-up design. The research population was all couples who were referred to divorce counseling centers in Gonbadkavos city in 2021, numbering 716. The sample was 45 couples who were selected by the available sampling method and were randomly divided into two experimental groups (15 couples) and an experimental group (15 couples). The experimental groups were exposed to training for 8 sessions of 90 minutes of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). The research tool was Regretting the Spouse Choice Scale (RCSC) by Schwartz et al. (2002). The data were analyzed by variance analysis and Bonferroni post hoc test. The results showed that compassion-focused therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are effective on marriage regret in couples referring to counseling centers in Gonbad Kavus city and this effectiveness continues to follow stage  (P<0.01). There was a significant difference between the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy on regretting marriage and compassion-focused therapy had more effect on it (P<0.01). So, It could use compassion-focused therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for regretting marriage but, compassion-focused therapy is referred.

This study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy and schema therapy on psychosomatic symptoms in people with physical diseases. The present study was a semi-experimental design with a pre-test-post-test design and a control group. The statistical population of the research included all women suffering from physical diseases(cardiovascular, digestive, and neurological) with psychosomatic symptoms referred to two government centers affiliated with Isfahan University of Medical Sciences in the first three months of 2023, of which 36 people (12 people in the treatment group) focused on compassion, 12 people in the schema therapy group and 12 people in the control group) were selected by purposive sampling and randomly replaced in three groups. The measurement tool in this study was the Psychosomatic Complaint Scale (PCS; Takata & Sakata, 2004). Compassion-focused therapy (CFT) and schema therapy (ST) were each administered in 10 sessions of 120 minutes as a group, but the contra group did not receive any intervention. Data analysis was done using univariate analysis of the covariance test. The results showed that both treatments were effective in reducing psychosomatic symptoms, but there was no significant difference between the two treatments (P<0.05). In general, it can be concluded that both treatments have been effective in reducing the psychosomatic symptoms of physical patients; Based on this, it is suggested to implement these treatments in similar situations.

The aim of this study was to compare Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on improving the attentional bias to negative stimuli in individuals with depression symptoms. For this purpose, 42 volunteers were selected and were randomly divided into three groups of 14 people. Participants completed the Beck Depression Inventory (DBI) and the Computational Emotional Stroop Test as pretest. Then the first group received CFT according to Gilbert ten-session protocol, the second group received five sessions of anodal tDCS over F3 area with current of 2 mA and 20 minutes duration, along with CFT, and the third group only underwent tDCS. The results of statistical analysis with non-parametric tests showed that there was a significant effect on cognitive bias and no effect on depression symptoms and the effectiveness in the combined group on attention bias was higher than the third group. Therefore, combined intervention and then electrical stimulation intervention are recommended to improve attention bias

The present study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of compassion-focused group therapy on conflict resolution strategies and the difficulty of emotion regulation in couples with marital conflict. The research method was semi-experimental with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group and a three-month follow-up. The statistical population of this research included all the couples with marital conflict who were referred to counseling centers in Karaj City in 2022, which were selected by purposive sampling among 30 eligible volunteer couples and randomly assigned to 2 experimental and control groups. The experimental group underwent Gilbert's compassion-focused group therapy for 10 sessions of 75 minutes (2 sessions per week). The measurement tools in this research were Strauss et al. 's (1996) Conflict Resolution Strategies Questionnaire (CTS2), Gertz and Roemer's (2004) Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (DERS) and Binary Marital Conflicts (2019) (MCQ). Statistical data analysis was done using the repeated measurement variance analysis method. The findings showed that the treatment focused on compassion was significant in conflict resolution strategies (p = 0.001) and the difficulty of emotional regulation (p = 0.001) of couples with marital conflict and the results indicated the durability of the treatment in the follow-up period (p=0.001). Based on the results of the research, it can be said that the group treatment focused on compassion is a suitable intervention method for promoting conflict resolution strategies and reducing the difficulty of emotional regulation of couples with marital conflict.