Outcome Studies: Diabetes Management
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Gregg, J. A., Callaghan, G. M., Hayes, S. C., & Glenn-Lawson, J. L. (2007). Improving diabetes self-management through acceptance, mindfulness, and values: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 75(2), 336-343.
RCT showing that ACT + patient education is significantly better than patient education alone in producing good self-management and better blood glucose levels in lower SES patients with Type II diabetes. Effects at follow up are mediated by changes in self-management and greater psychological flexibility with regard to diabetes related thoughts and feelings.
Outcome Studies: High-Risk Sexual Behavior
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Metzler, C. W., Biglan, A., Noell, J., Ary, D., & Ochs, L. (2000). A randomized controlled trial of a behavioral intervention to reduce high-risk sexual behavior among adolescents in STD clinics. Behavior Therapy, 31, 27-54.
Components from ACT were included as component of a successful program to reduce high risk sexual behavior in adolescents.
Case Studies: Athletic Performance
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Gardner, F. L. & Moore, Z.E. (2004). A mindfulness-acceptance-commitment based approach to athletic performance enhancement: Theoretical considerations. Behavior Therapy, 35, 707-724.
Case study. An ACT protocol with an emphasis on mindfulness helps with sports outcomes.
Case Studies: Erectile Dysfunction
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Montesinos, F. (2003). ACT, sexual desire orientation and erectile dysfunction. A case study. Analisis y Modificación de Conducta, 29, 291-320.
A successful application of ACT to a 30-year-old male with difficulties in accepting his bisexual orientation and with an erectile dysfunction is presented.