WC2024 Posters
WC2024 Posters
Thursday, 25 July, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Juan Pablo II foyer and Sala de Lectura
Image denotes ACBS Junior Investigator Poster Award Recipients
Poster Session #1 (6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.)
- 1. Efecto de protocolos breves de Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso en diversas poblaciones.
Categories: Behavior analysis, protocolos breves en sintomas emocionales
Components: Original data
Claudia Liliana Valencia
La Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT) se ha orientado a desarrollar cada vez más protocolos breves que apunten a favorecer la flexibilidad psicológica de diversas poblaciones.
El objetivo de esta ponencia es el de exponer la efectividad de un protocolo breves de ACT en síntomas emocionales, pensamiento negativo repetitivo, acciones valiosas y conductas clínicamente relevantes en 4 muestras: adultos con pérdida auditiva, deportistas paralímpicos de Boccia, adultos mayores y niños con conductas disruptivas y vulnerabilidad socioeconómica. Los 4 estudios cuentan con un diseño de caso único con línea de base múltiple.
Los resultados evidencian efectividad en las variables estudiadas y exploran caminos futuros en la investigación de este campo.
Es evidente el avance que la psicología ha logrado en términos de diseminación del conocimiento a través del uso de protocolos cada vez más breves y que impacten procesos transversales. Los estudios que se presentan en este póster, muestran el efecto de un protocolo breve de la Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso en procesos como la Flexibilidad psicología y el pensamiento negativo repetitivo.- 2. Validación en Buenos Aires - Argentina de la Escala Multidimensional de Evitación Experiencial y su versión breve
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Instrumentos/psicometría/Investigación
Components: Original data
Camila Cremades, Universidad de Buenos Aires
Milagros Celleri, Esp., Facultad de Psicología, Universidad de Buenos Aires
Cristian J. Garay, Universidad de Buenos AiresLa evitación experiencial ha sido definida por Steven Hayes (Hayes et al., 1996) como aquel fenómeno que ocurre cuando una persona se mantiene reacia a permanecer en contacto con sus experiencias internas. En psicopatología, se la ha identificado como uno de los procesos subyacentes involucrados en el surgimiento y mantenimiento de diversos trastornos mentales, cobrando una enorme relevancia su estudio.
El objetivo del presente trabajo fue realizar la adaptación metrica, linguistica y cultural de la Escala Multidimensional de Evitación Experiencial (Multidimensional Experiential Avoidance Questionnaire [MEAQ]; Gámez, et al. 2011) en su versión original y su versión breve, para ser utilizada en población general en Buenos Aires, Argentina. Para realizar la adaptación se siguieron los lineamientos de adaptación de test propuestos por Muñiz et al., 2013. El muestreo fue intencional no probabilístico.
Los datos se analizaron con lenguaje de Programación R. Se ha realizado analisis factorial exploratorio y confirmatorio, asi como cálculo de correlaciones r de Pearson con otras variables relevantes. Ambas versiones han demostrado buena consistencia interna.
Se presentarán y discutirán los resultados obtenidos.- 3. Versión Peruana del Cuestionario de Valoración (P-VQ): Una adaptación psicométrica
Categories: Conductas basadas en valores, adaptación psicométrica
Components: Original data
Alvaro Okumura-Clark, M.Sc., Universidad de Lima
Ángel C Zegarra-López, Universidad de LimaSi bien la conducta basadas en valores es sumamente considerado en ACT, su evaluación a través de instrumentos psicométricos es escaso en Latinoamérica. El objetivo del estudio es obtener las propiedades psicométricas del Valuing Questionnaire (VQ) en una muestra de adultos peruanos.
Participaron 368 adultos peruanos. Se realizó la traducción y adaptación del P-VQ siguiendo los estándares actuales, siendo revisado por 8 expertos. Se consideró un consentimiento informado y cinco pruebas psicométricas aplicados virtualmente. Además del VQ, pruebas que evaluaban afecto negativo y positivo, fusión cognitiva, evitación experiencial y satisfacción con la vida fueron utilizadas.
Evidencias de validez de contenido fueron obtenidos (V de Aiken). El modelo mejor ajustado fue el de dos variables latentes a través del Modelo Exploratorio de Ecuaciones Estructurales. Correlaciones entre constructos asociados fueron determinados como validez convergente y divergente. Coeficientes de confiabilidad aceptables fueron estimados para ambos factores. La invarianza de medida configural, métrica y escalar respecto al género como evidencia de equidad fue obtenida.
P-VQ demostró evidencias de validez, confiabilidad y equidad para su uso en el contexto peruano.- 4. Validez de la Escala de Pliance Generalizado en México: Relación con Conducta Alimentaria y Evitación Experiencial - ACBS Junior Investigator Poster Award Recipient
Categories: Eating Disorders, Generalized Pliance
Components: Original data
Rodrigo Miguel M. Rosales Sarabia, Ph.D., Universidad Iberoamericana
Fran Ruiz, Ph.D., Fundación Universitaria Konrad LorenzSe evaluó la validez de constructo de la Escala de Pliance Generalizado (GPQ, Ruiz et al., 2019) en una muestra de 756 mexicanas (533 mujeres y 223 hombres) con edades entre 18 y 76 años (M=28.3, DE=14.28).
Se utilizó la versión de 8 ítems del GPQ, junto con el cuestionario de Conductas Alimentarias de Riesgo (Unikiel-Santocini et al., 2004) y el AAQ2 (Mellín y Padros, 2021), para explorar la validez de constructo.
Un análisis factorial confirmatorio covariando los términos de error de reactivos (2 y 4, 10 y 11) arrojó los siguientes índices de ajuste: GFI= .926, TLI= .918, CFI= .943, y SRMR: .0452, los cuales podrían ser considerados satisfactorios (c.f., Hu y Bentler, 1999). Las correlaciones entre el Pliance Generalizado y tanto con Atracón Purga (r=.342, p < .01) como la Evitación Experiencial (r=.537, p < .01) aportan a la validez de constructo.
Este primer estudio sobre el GPQ en México sugiere que, aunque los resultados no son definitivos, el GPQ es una herramienta prometedora para investigar la flexibilidad psicológica en este contexto.- 5. Propiedades psicométricas de medidas de flexibilidad psicológica y pensamiento negativo repetitivo en trabajadores
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Categories: Methods/approaches for individual variation, Processes of change, Pensamiento negativo repetitivo, Flexibilidad psicológica, trabajadores
Components: Original data
Andrea B Criollo Gómez, M.S., Konrad Lorenz- Univesidad de Valladolid
Fran Ruiz, Ph.D., Fundación Universitaria Konrad Lorenz
Paula Odriozola González, Ph.D., Universidad de Valladolid
Ricardo J Duarte-Sandoval, M.A., Fundación Universitaria Konrad LorenzEl pensamiento negativo repetitivo y la inflexibilidad psicológica podrían llegar a ser relevantes para el desarrollo de malestar emocional relacionado con el trabajo.
El presente estudio se enfocó en adaptar y evaluar las propiedades psicométricas de medidas ecológicas momentáneas de Inflexibilidad Psicológica (WAAQ-EMA) y Pensamiento Negativo Repetitivo (RNTwork-EMA). La investigación se llevó a cabo con 254 trabajadores colombianos, de los cuales el 65,5% fueron mujeres y el 34,5% hombres, con una edad promedio de 35 años.
Cuatro expertos evaluaron los ítems de los instrumentos, resultando en una versión final de cada uno conformada por 3 ítems, evidenciando un nivel aceptable en el Coeficiente V de Aiken. Así mismo, se obtiene evidencia preliminar de las propiedades psicométricas de los instrumentos, que indican que son medidas ecológicas momentáneas validas y confiables.
El instrumento RNTwork-EMA y WAAQ-EMA pueden utilizarse para evaluar el papel de RNT y la flexibilidad psicológica en sintomatología emocional asociada a burnout y a los cambios en la satisfacción laboral.- 6. Contribuciones desde la Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso a la Psicoterapia de grupo en pacientes con cáncer
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Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Group Psychotherapy in cancer
Components: Case presentation
Clara G Rosenfeld, Ph.D., Centro de Terapia Cognitiva
La Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT) en Psicooncología, ha mostrado muy buenos resultados en su aplicación individual y grupal frente a problemas psicólogicos como ansiedad y depresión.Este estudio se propone presentar una experiencia grupal basada en ACT en pacientes con cáncer, práctica incipiente y sin evidencia localmente
Fueron 38 sesiones psicoterapéuticas semanales de 2 horas durante 1 año. Participaron 8 pacientes adultos (4 mujeres y 2 varones) de 50-70 años en instancia de seguimiento médico. Se focalizó en los procesos clínicos centrales de ACT: momento presente, valores, acción comprometida, defusión, aceptación e intervenciones basadas en mindfulness.
Mejoría de la calidad de vida del grupo con incremento de flexibilidad psicológica, repertorio conductual y emergencia de vida significativa.
Según investigaciones, la psicoterapia de grupo es considerada igual de efectiva que la psicoterapia individual para muchos pacientes con cáncer.La Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso, dentro de la Psicooncología es muy apropiada para promover ajuste y afrontamiento del cáncer y sus problemáticas coexistentes. Al focalizar en incrementar la flexibilidad psicológica y construir vidas significativas aún en contexto adversos.- 7. Asociación entre Evitación Experiencial, Gratitud y Bienestar Psicológico en estudiantes adolescentes
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Categories: Processes of change, Academics or education, Evitación Experiencial y Bienestar Psicológico
Components: Case presentation, Original data
Jonathan M. Salazar, Universidad San Sebatián. Núcleo Milenio para Mejorar la Salud Mental de Adolescentes y Jóvenes, Imhay.
Vanessa Nowak, M.A.
Aneliz Vargas, Ps., Universidad Austral de Chile
Álvaro I Langer, Ph.D., Universidad San Sebastián de Chile y Núcleo Milenio para Mejorar la Salud Mental de Adolescentes y Jóvenes, ImhayEste estudio tiene como objetivo examinar la asociación entre la evitación experiencial (EE), gratitud (GR) y el bienestar psicológico (BP) en una muestra de adolescentes chilenos de colegios públicos en una ciudad del sur de Chile con alta vulnerabilidad psicosocial. Son muy pocos los estudios que han evaluado en estas variables en una población prioritaria.
Estudio transversal, no experimental, de alcance correlacional. Se evaluaron 314 adolescentes (13-17 años; 51,7% mujeres). Se recogieron datos usando medidas de Bienestar Psicológico (PWB-SF-Y), Evitación Experiencial (AFQ-Y8) y Gratitud (QG-6). Se realizaron análisis de regresión lineal múltiple y de mediación simple.
La EE y la GR predicen significativamente el BP. Además, la EE media parcialmente el efecto de la GR sobre el BP.
La GR y la EE son factores que contribuyen significativamente al BP. A su vez, la GR se asocia positivamente con el BP al disminuir la EE. Estos hallazgos muestran la relación y el rol de la EE sobre el BP y sugieren la relevancia de intervenciones de prevención en salud mental enfocadas en reducir la EE.- 8. Eficácia da Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso na redução da ideação suicida: revisão sistemática - ACBS Junior Investigator Poster Award Recipient
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Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Health / behavioral medicine, Suicide
Components: Original data
Luziane De Fátima Kirchner, Ph.D., Universidade Católica Dom Bosco
Divaldo C de Abreu Júnior, Psyc., Universidade Católica Dom Bosco
Paula Helena G De moraes Ruiz, M.A. Universidade Católica Dom BoscoA eficácia da Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso (ACT) na redução da ideação suicida requer uma análise cuidadosa e sistematizada. Este estudo visou averiguar o efeito dessas intervenções por meio de uma revisão sistemática.
A revisão seguiu as diretrizes PRISMA e foi registrada no PROSPERO (Protocolo CRD42023408167). Critérios de busca: estudos de intervenção em ACT para IS com adultos, sem restrição de ano de publicação. Bases de dados: PubMed, EMBASE, PsycINFO, SCOPUS e Cochrane Central. Descritores: “acceptance and commitment therapy OR psychological flexibility AND suicidal ideation OR suicidal thinking”.
Ao total nove artigos atenderam aos critérios de inclusão. Os participantes foram predominantemente homens, com diagnósticos variados, não necessariamente com IS. Os estudos foram delineamentos de grupo, pré e pós teste, com grupo controle em 5 estudos, e follow-up em 3 estudos. Os resultados apontaram a eficácia da ACT nas medidas na redução de IS, depressão, impulsividade, desesperança e no aumento da aceitação e atenção plena.
Os estudos apontam evidencias para a recomendação da ACT como intervenção para redução da IS.- 9. Relação entre flexibilidade psicológica e autocuidado em diabetes tipo 2
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Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Diabetes Tipo 2
Components: Original data
Luziane De Fátima Kirchner, Ph.D., Universidade Católica Dom Bosco
Paula Helena G De moraes Ruiz, M.A., Universidade Católica Dom Bosco
Divaldo C de Abreu Júnior, Psyc. Universidade Católica Dom BoscoInvestigou-se relações entre diferentes processos de flexibilidade psicológica (FP) com a disponibilidade para aceitar e aprender a conviver com a doença e seus efeitos (dimensões do autocuidado) em uma amostra de adultos brasileiros com diabetes tipo 2. A carência de estudos brasileiros abre inúmeras oportunidades de pesquisa neste tema.
No total da amostra (n=68, adultos, idade média 61,57 anos) foram aplicados o Questionário de caracterização sociodemográfica e clínica, INAAP-DM2 (auto-cuidado, dimensões aceitar e aprender) e AADQ (flexibilidade psicológica). Foram realizadas as análises de correlação de Spearman e análise univariada de covariância (ANCOVA), para verificar a influência da FP no Autocuidado (dimensões Aceitar e Aprender), tendo como covariáveis a idade e escolaridade.
Não foram observadas correlações estatisticamente significativas entre auto-cuidado, dimensões aceitar e aprender (INAAP-DM2) e flexibilidade psicológica (AADQ), mas a idade, como covariável, impactou nesta relação.
A ausência de correlação no presente estudo pode ser explicada sob algumas hipóteses, tais como baixa escolaridade e idade acima de 61 anos da amostra.- 10. FAP e DBT em um caso de múltiplos diagnósticos
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Processes of change, Boderline; Fap; Dbt;
Components: Case presentation
Francisco G Martins Matos da Silva, Institute M
O objetivo deste artigo é avaliar a união da Terapia Analítico Funcional(FAP) e A Terapia Comportamental Dialética( dbt), em um caso de uma paciente com multiplos transtornos diagnósticos, Agorafobia( F40.0) e Transtorno de Personalidade Limítrofe( F60.3).
Para isso foi feito um estudo de caso, em que a paciente é Mãe, de 42 anos, Casada, De classe econômica baixa. Foram realizadas Sessões semanais com a paciente com duração de 1 hora, desde Agosto de 2021, totalizando 100 sessões, somando-se as estratégias de Coach Telefônico+ Material Psicoeducativo para treinos em casa+ Exposições constantes e graduais negociadas com a paciente respeitando seus limites.
Conseguir reduzir as crises da cliente, melhorar suas relações sociais, familiares e consigo mesma. Além de não ter mais dificuldades em sair de casa sozinha. Conseguir expressar melhor suas necessidades e vontades em suas relações, como também vivenciar melhor suas emoções.
Encontramos uma complementação entre as abordagens na eficácia das intervenções com a cliente. Na literatura, existem poucas pesquisas sobre a união de DBT e Fap, embora existam similaridades.- 11. Terapia analítico Funcional E Atenção Plena como estratégias em um caso De Transtorno de pânico
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Processes of change, Transtorno de pânico, Atenção Plena, terapia analítico funcional( fap);
Components: Case presentation
Francisco G Martins Matos da Silva, Institute M
O objetivo deste trabalho é Desenvolver um estudo de caso para se verificar a união das técnicas de atenção plena auxiliando a terapia analítico funcional (fap) para facilitar o tratamento de uma paciente com transtorno de pânico.
Contextualização da Cliente( L): é uma mulher de 33 anos , negra, casada, com crises de pânico frequentes no trabalho e em casa. Foram realizadas : Sessões semanais com a paciente com duração de 1 hora, totalizando 72 sessões, somando-se as estratégias do Material Psicoeducativo para treinos em casa+ Exposições constantes e graduais negociadas com a paciente respeitando seus limites e ela escolhendo as metas-alvo das intervenções
A paciente consegue hoje atender sem medo de crises e sabe como lidar com elas, melhorou consideravelmente as relações com sua ansiedade e conseguia usar as técnicas de atenção plena fora das sessões para diminuir e controlar as crises.
Não são encontradas tantas pesquisas sobre mindfulness e Fap diretamente; As abordagens se complementam e demonstraram resultados positivos, além de acelerar o processo do tratamento.- 12. Videoconferencing acceptance and commitment therapy program for academic procrastination in university students
Categories: Behavior analysis, Academics or education, Procrastination, Acceptance and Commitment therapy
Components: Original data
Mikan Katsuki, M.A., Ritsumeikan University
Hiroaki Takahashi, Ritsumeikan University
Yusuke Shudo, Ritsumeikan University
Takashi Mitamura, Ritsumeikan UniversityAcademic procrastination leads to underachievement and mental and physical illnesses. Interventions using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are effective in addressing this behavior. This study examines the effects of videoconferencing ACT programs and analyzes psychological and behavioral measures of procrastination.
Seven undergraduate and graduate students received videoconferencing ACT programs after two weeks of the baseline term. To evaluate the program’s outcome, students self-recorded the academic tasks on which they tended to procrastinate and completed five questionnaires on procrastination, awareness of procrastination, perfectionism, psychological inflexibility, and valued actions.
The results showed that the program improved procrastination in one out of seven participants. As for psychological scale, three participants improved their valued action scores. Also four participants cited busyness and forgetting the program content as reasons for not improving their own procrastination.
We conclude that the program was ineffective in improving procrastination, which may have been caused by a lack of continuous engagement in ACT exercises to promote understanding of the cognitive fusion underlying procrastination.- 13. Positive social support does not buffer the effects of negative support on depression in military service members
Categories: Behavior analysis, Methods/approaches for individual variation, Military
Components: Original data
Rebecca K Blais, Ph.D., Arizona State University
Rishika Shah, Arizona State UniversityDepression risk is heightened among male service members/veterans (SM/Vs) relative to civilians. Social support (SS) is regarded as protective against depressive symptoms, but most studies focus on positive social support (PSS). Negative social support (NSS), which includes unwanted emotional involvement, could be more impactful on depression than PSS; however, this has not been examined in military samples. Moreover, it is unclear whether PSS buffers the effects of NSS on depression.
Male SM/Vs (Nf508) completed measures of depression, PSS, and NSS.
A correlation comparison calculation found that the positive association of NSS and depression was statistically stronger than the negative association of PSS and depression. Regression further revealed that NSS was positively associated with depression, while PSS was negatively associated with depression, but that PSS was not a moderator of the association between NSS and depression.
Findings suggest that PSS and NSS may be related to depression through independent pathways. Clinicians may consider focusing on decreasing NSS as a potentially more impactful avenue than increasing PSS to reduce depression in male SM/Vs.- 14. Contextual Similarities in Psychological Flexibility: The Brazil-Portugal Transcultural Adaptation of Psy-Flex
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Academics or education, Psy-Flex, Psychological Flexibility, Culture, Context, Scale.
Components: Original data
Daniella Moaudeb, M.A., University of São Paulo
David D Neto ISPA - Instituto Universitário
Andrew Gloster, University of Lucerne
William Perez, Ph.D., Instituto Par - BrazilPsychological Flexibility (PF) is an essential concept in Contextual Behavioural Sciences. The development of instruments is vital for its study, and it is an opportunity to reflect on the concept. Among the measures of this construct, Psy-Flex shows promise due to comprehensiveness in assessing the facets of psychological flexibility and its pragmatic value. In the present study, we sought to translate Psy-Flex to Portuguese and adapt it transculturally for use in Portugal and Brazil.
A total of 873 adults from Portugal and Brazil completed several questionnaires with ACT-related measures (e.g., cognitive fusion, mindful attention) and instruments measuring conceptually related variables (e.g., positive mental health).
The results show good psychometric properties of these instruments. The one-factor structure of the original instrument was confirmed in both the Portuguese and Brazilian samples. The Psy-Flex showed convergent validity with related measures.
Finally, as a transcultural instrument, we argue that both the similarities and differences across samples suggest the broad human nature of PF while retaining its context sensitivity.- 15. Group therapy and ACT: Impact on the effectiveness of a group version of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Academics or education, Trauma, Attachment, Mental Health and Emotion regulation
Components: Original data
Alicia Spidel, Ph.D., Kwantlen University
David Kealy, UBC
Tania Lecomte, Universite of MontrealAlthough Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) may be effective for individuals with psychosis and a history of childhood trauma, little is known about predictors of treatment response among such patients. Aims: The current study examined: (1) whether severity of trauma predicted treatment response, and (2) profiles of patients with regard to their responses to treatment.
Method: Fifty participants with psychosis and childhood trauma history were recruited and randomized to take part in either eight sessions of group-based ACT.
Results: It was found that trauma severity did not moderate the effectiveness of ACT on symptom severity, participants’ ability to regulate their emotional reactions, or treatment compliance with regard to help-seeking. In addition, among those receiving ACT, the results revealed three distinct and clinically relevant change profiles.
Conclusion: ACT offered in a group format appears to be a promising treatment for those with psychosis and history of trauma regardless of trauma severity. Given the brevity of the intervention, patients should be encouraged to attend each session to obtain maximum benefit.- 16. Linking the Process-Based Assessment Tool (PBAT) to Basic Psychological Needs
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Basic Psychological Needs
Components: Original data
Sotia Nestoros, B.A., University of Cyprus
Katerina Georgiou, M.Sc., University of Cyprus
Maria Karekla, Ph.D., University of CyprusPersonalized therapy can be achieved though process-based approaches such as Process- Based Therapy (PBT; Hayes & Hofmann, 2018). PBT focuses on processes of change related to clinical interventions (Sanford, 2022). Based on the premises of PBT, the Process-Based Assessment Tool (PBAT; Ciarrochi et al., 2022), aims to assess idiographic processes of change in an intensive and longitudinal manner. To do so, the PBAT includes items assessing variation, selection and retention. Items included in the PBAT were based on need satisfaction (Chen et al., 2015) theory among others.
The purpose of the present poster is to present the links between the PBAT, the newly added PBAT compassion items and the Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction and Need Frustration Scale (BPNSNF; Chen et al., 2015).
Our findings suggest that positive items in the PBAT linked with need satisfaction while negative items linked with need frustration.
These findings imply that positive behaviors (as presented in the PBAT) may satisfy basic psychological needs.- 17. A Replication & Extension of "Efficacy of an Online Mindfulness Training to Improve Well-Being in Teachers"
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Mobile or digital technology, Mindfulness
Components: Original data
Katelyn N Jackman, M.S., Brigham Young University
Jared S Warren, Ph.D., Brigham Young UniversityConcerns about the mental health of K-12 schoolteachers have never been more urgent, with stress levels, burnout, and rates of attrition reaching historically high levels. Mindfulness-based interventions may provide teachers with the skills needed to better meet the demands of their career. Our recent pilot study of K-12 public school teachers showed that an online mindfulness course increased subjective well-being and mindfulness in participants.
This study utilized a randomized waitlist-controlled trial to examine the impact of an online self-directed mindfulness curriculum on teacher well-being, mindfulness, stress, resilience, psychological flexibility, depression, and anxiety. Participants included 289 K-12 teachers randomly assigned to complete the training during the first or last 30 days of the study.
Data collection will terminate at the end of April 2024, at which point we will conduct data analyses.
This replication/extension of the pilot study could have continued implications for promoting teacher well-being, using a curriculum that is grounded in evidence-based practices, is easily accessible, relatively brief, and that requires little or no work on the part of the schools themselves.- 18. Protocol for Online Group ACT and EPR Therapy for OCD in the Brazilian Context
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, OCD; ACT; EPR
Components: Conceptual analysis, Original data
Maria E Moreira-de-Oliveira, Ph.D., Obsessive, Compulsive, and Anxiety Spectrum Research Program, Institute of Psychiatry, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Carla P Loureiro, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Luana D Laurito Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Bianca Torres, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Rafaela V Dias, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Livi Faro, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Gabriela B de Menezes, Federal University of Rio de JaneiroPrevious research suggests that a combined approach of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) effectively treats obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). However, there’s a scarcity of studies on ACT for OCD within Latin American populations. Due to the substantial influence of socio-cultural factors on OCD symptomatology, it’s crucial to customize and assess ACT within diverse cultural settings.
In this poster, we’ll present the modifications that were made to ACT for OCD in a Brazilian context.
It addresses the limitations of in-person psychotherapy by implementing an online therapy format to overcome geographical and financial obstacles. Furthermore, it tailors group interventions to enhance treatment accessibility.
The protocol introduces a treatment program featuring 16 weekly 2-hour sessions in online group settings. The treatment regimen includes collecting data on OCD symptoms, treatment motives, and exposure exercise contexts; practicing psychological flexibility skills from ACT; and conducting exposure exercises during and between sessions, while reinforcing committed actions. Specifically, sessions 4-10 emphasize acceptance and defusion techniques, sessions 10-14 concentrate on self-as-context exercises, and sessions 14-16 center around personal values.- 19. Examining Psychological Flexibility in Unaccompanied Minors: A Network Analysis
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Social justice / equity / diversity, adolescents, unaccompanied minors, network analysis, psychological flexibility, mental health
Components: Original data
Johannes Freymann, M.Sc., Leipzig University
Dafne Morroni, University of Cyprus
Johann Kleinbub, University of Padova
Maria Karekla, University of CyprusPsychological Flexibility (PF), appears to positively impact mental health in adolescents and refugees. This study aimed to examine the connections between PF processes and the connections between mental health constructs and PF in Unaccompanied Minors (UM).
101 UM aged 13-18 years completed four self-reports, assessing depression, anxiety, and stress (DASS-21), PF (Psy-Flex), PTSD (CRIES-13), and HRQL (KIDSCREEN-10). Network Analysis was used to examine the structure and connections of the constructs.
Most PF processes showed positive connections amongst each other, with the strongest edge between committed action and values. Together with self as context, these processes exhibited the highest expected influence. Stress had the highest expected influence. A post hoc Johnson-Neyman analysis suggested a buffering effect of PF on the impact of PTSD on anxiety and stress.
Proposed areas of focus for clinicians working with UM include incorporating strategies that address stress symptoms and facilitate individuals in pursuing valued behavior. It is equally important to encourage critical reflection on values and the conceptualized self in the context of culture.- 20. The Influence of Hierarchy on Social Cognitions: A Rapid Review
Categories: Behavioral or contextual neuroscience, Evolutionary behavioral science, Social Cognition, Hierarchy, Social Status, Dominance-Subordination
Components: Literature review
Hendrik Wilhelm Crispiniano Garcia, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Amanda GS Ferreira, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Roberta De Lorenzi Steiger Ferraz, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Ingrid T Souza Alves da Silva Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Leopoldo N Fernandes Barbosa, Ph.D., Faculdade Pernambucana de SaúdeNew perspectives on mental health symptoms critique traditional diagnostic models, including the Power Threat Meaning Framework. This rapid review has mapped the influence of Hierarchy on Human Social Cognition/Perception.
The search was carried out on Pubmed (filter: last 10 years) using Mesh Terms: ("Dominance-Subordination" OR "Social Dominance" OR "Hierarchy, Social" OR "Social Defeat") AND (("Social Cognition" OR "Cognition, Social" OR "Social Cognition" OR "Social Perception") OR ("Psychophysiology" OR "Hormones" OR "Neuropsychology"))
After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, among 221 studies, 8 were selected.
Effects of social hierarchy on psychological processes are divided into: 1) low status effects (Increased vigilance and aggression; others empathize more with lower status); 2) high status effects (rejection of unfair proposals; makes decision-making of peers quicker; enhances perspective taking); 3) fluctuation in status and hierarchy (desire to maintain hierarchy may result in avoidance of apologies; Instability of hierarchy affects performance and stress of high status individuals). Concluding, hierarchy and status play a significant role in social cognition, affecting mood, emotion and behavior, therefore, they should be considered in clinical environments.- 21. Application of Physiotherapy Informed by ACT in Treatment of Chronic Pain: a Rapid Review
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Physiotherapy informed by ACT, Chronic Pain
Components: Literature review
Amanda GS Ferreira, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Hendrik Wilhelm Crispiniano Garcia, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Roberta De Lorenzi Steiger Ferraz, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Echilly Cunha de Carvalho, Faculdade Pernambucana de Saúde
Leopoldo N Fernandes Barbosa, Ph.D., Faculdade Pernambucana de SaúdeChronic pain is a complex phenomenon, involves biopsychosocial elements and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is considered the gold standard in treatment. This rapid review mapped the combination of ACT-based psychological methods with physical therapy for the treatment of chronic pain.
The search operation was used (("Physical Therapy Modalities"[Mesh] OR "Physical Therapy Specialty"[Mesh] OR "Physical Therapist Assistants"[Mesh]) AND ("Acceptance and Commitment Therapy"[Mesh] OR "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy")), in Medline databases, over the last 10 years.
21 articles were found and after applying the filters, 5 were selected.
The application of ACT-informed physical therapy has been associated with significant improvements in quality of life and pain management. The effectiveness was noted in a context of therapeutic interaction characterized by a psychologically flexible approach on the part of the physiotherapist. The ACT treatment approach can address physical therapists' barriers to using psychological techniques and improve patient satisfaction with treatment. However, more studies are needed to add evidence regarding this integration.- 22. Psychological inflexibility as a predictor and factor associated with insomnia
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Insomnia
Components: Original data
Renatha EL Rafihi-Ferreira, Ph.D., Universidade de São Paulo
Ila Linares, University of São Paulo
Léo Paulos-Guarnieri, University of São Paulo
Ali Zakiei, Kermanshah UniversityPsychological flexibility (PF) has recently attracted the attention of researchers in the field of sleep disorders; therefore, in the study, psychological flexibility was evaluated as a predictor or factor related to the presence/severity of insomnia.
Participants (n=2218) completed the DSM-5-based insomnia diagnosis interview, Insomnia Severity Index, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and Acceptance Action Questionnaire II. Sex, education, occupation, marital status, anxiety, depression, and psychological inflexibility were possible predictors or factors associated with the severity of insomnia.
Multivariate linear regression analysis demonstrated that sex (B=0.88; t=2.80; p=0.005), depression (B=0.41; t=10.7; p< 0.001), anxiety (B=0.58; t=14.1; p< 0.001), and psychological inflexibility (B=0.09; t=5.07; p< 0.001) were predictors of insomnia. The results of the multinomial logistic regression demonstrate that in comparison to the absence of insomnia, severe insomnia was associated with psychological inflexibility (OR=1.04).
These findings are important from a public health perspective because behavioral strategies designed to treat insomnia with a focus on psychological flexibility are low-cost and may help improve sleep quality in adults with insomnia, which also influences mental health.- 23. Implementation of Brief, CBT Based Treatments into Adolescent Psychiatric Service in Helsinki University Hospital
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Supervision and training, Adolescents
Components: Original data
Niklas Granö, Helsinki University Hospital, Department of Adolescent Psychiatry
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)- based interventions are an effective way to treat psychiatric disorders in adolescents.
We developed in Helsinki University Hospital a treatment menu of CBT-based, time-limited, symptom specific, manualized psychotherapy models, which were offered as an integrated part of treatment. Treatment models covered disorders of depression, anxiety, social anxiety, emotion regulation, post-traumatic stress disorders, psychosis- like experiences and obsessive-compulsive disorders. CBT teams were trained and regularly supervised. To assess feasibility of the model, adolescents’ disorder specific symptoms were assessed at baseline and end of the treatment.
Total 117 professionals were trained to disorder specific models and treated adolescents (Nf 14 - 66 per model) were assessed during the follow-up. Symptom specific measures showed a symptom reduction with effect sizes from medium to large (.56-1.44) per treatment model.
Manualized CBT models in a treatment menu with trained and supervised teams, as part of adolescent psychiatry services, seems to work in the same way than it is described in the scientific literature and in other stages of illnesses.- 24. Therapist Co-Design of ACTaide: A Therapy-Companion Mobile Application for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Categories: Mobile or digital technology, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, ACT
Components: Original data
Serena Thapar, McGill University
Daniela Rodriguez, McGill University
Bärbel Knäuper, Ph.D., McGill UniversityWhile there is compelling evidence that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is effective for a range of conditions, low adherence to homework assignments (e.g., practicing experiential exercises) remains an issue. Our project aims to design a mobile application – ACTaide – to guide clients step-by-step through ACT exercises using annotated image sequences.
Employing user-centered methodologies rooted in Information Systems Research and Design Thinking, we engaged in iterative design with end users. Five ACT therapists participated in a focus group to provide feedback on initial app wireframes.
Thematic analysis revealed seven key themes: the perceived value of ACTaide, the importance of accessibility, opportunities for incorporating design principles, the need for customization/personalization, clinical concerns, therapist involvement in delivering ACTaide, and the compatibility of ACTaide with ACT principles.
The therapists’ insights will shape the next iteration, developed collaboratively with clients, who are the app's ultimate end users. By bridging clinical expertise with user needs, this research ensures that ACTaide will be aligned with therapeutic principles and user preferences, enhancing its potential for improving therapeutic outcomes.- 25. The Role of Psychological Flexibility in Psychedelic Effect on Depressive Symptoms: A Systematic Review - ACBS Junior Investigator Poster Award Recipient
Categories: Processes of change, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Psychedelics, Depression, ACT
Components: Literature review
Aria E Jaye, Towson University
Jaime Elizabeth Blackmon, Ph.D., VA Maryland Health Care SystemRecent research suggests a potential synergism between acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and psychedelic-assisted therapy (Luoma et al., 2019; Sloshower et al., 2020). Meta-analyses of individuals with mood disorders support the utility of psychedelics in reducing depressive symptoms (Galvão-Coelho et al., 2021).
To explore the compatibility of these approaches, this systematic literature review investigates the role of psychological flexibility in psychedelic effect on depressive symptoms. Of 667 records identified, eight articles met inclusion criteria (e.g., psychedelic substance use, statistical outcomes related to depressive symptoms and psychological flexibility, etc.).
Qualitative analyses identify psychological flexibility as a mediator of psychedelic’s therapeutic effect on depressive symptoms. An association was observed between simultaneous reductions in experiential avoidance and suicidality after psychedelic use. Related factors, including psychological insight, connectedness, and ego dissolution, are explored.
These findings offer a preliminary understanding of psychological flexibility as a potential mechanism of change underlying the therapeutic benefit of psychedelics for individuals with depression. This review supports ACT as a viable candidate for use in conjunction with psychedelic-assisted therapy.- 26. Cantonese tone-variation for cognitive defusion and the role of psychological flexibility in university students
Categories: Processes of change, Methods/approaches for individual variation, Cognitive defusion, psychological flexibility, university students
Components: Conceptual analysis, Literature review, Original data
Kin Shan Leung, ACBS Hong Kong Chapter
Frendi Wing-sai Li, The University of Hong KongThis study focused on the effectiveness of a newly designed Cantonese cognitive defusion technique in reducing the believability and discomfort from self-critical thoughts. In this study, a newly devised cognitive defusion technique using Cantonese tone variations was tested in terms of its efficacy in reducing distress and believability of self-relevant negative thoughts in university students with severe mood and stress symptoms.
Sixty-eight eligible students were randomly assigned to three group conditions, Cognitive Defusion – Rapid Word-Repetition (Group 1), Cognitive Defusion – Cantonese Tone-Variation (Group 2) and a Distraction Control Group (Group 3).
Results suggested both Group 1 and Group 2 achieved a significantly greater reduction in the believability of the target thought, and a significantly greater reduction in distress of the target thought than control.
The findings suggest that the Cantonese tone-variation cognitive defusion technique was as effective as the established rapid-word repetition technique in reducing the believability and distress levels of self-critical thoughts.- 27. Online Support Group-Based ACT Informed Intervention for Parents of Autistic Adults with Learning Difficulties
Categories: Processes of change, Peer Support for Parents and Caregivers of Autistic Adults
Components: Literature review, Original data
Ezaeza Gaby Sanz Galvan, Ph.D. Student, Edge Hill University
Supritha Aithal, Ph.D., Edge Hill University
Themis Karaminis, Ph.D., London City UniversityCaregivers of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual Disability (ID) face unique challenges, heightening depression, stress, and anxiety. Research predominantly focuses on parents of younger individuals, overlooking the distinct difficulties faced by parents of adult offspring. The intersection of ASD and ID in adulthood introduces stressors like caregiver vulnerability, compromised health due to aging, and a scarcity of services.
Participants will undergo three support modalities: a virtual peer support intervention for the initial cohort, followed by a cohort exposed to online peer support and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles. Comparative analysis involves a control cohort awaiting interventions.
This study assesses the efficacy of an ACT-grounded virtual support group for caregivers, providing insights for future interventions. Findings promise a therapeutic landscape, illuminating the effectiveness of an ACT-grounded virtual support group for caregivers. Exploring intercultural disparities offers valuable multicultural perspectives.
Incorporating psychological constructs—psychological flexibility, acceptance, experiential avoidance, self-compassion—understands challenges faced by parents. The research contributes insights into experiences, aiming to develop interventions effectively addressing parents' well-being.- 28. Mainstream comfort modifies the effect of family assistance behaviors on depression in U.S. Latinx college students
Categories: Social justice / equity / diversity, Depression
Components: Original data
Rick A Cruz, Ph.D., Arizona State University
Marilyn Ghazoul, Arizona State University
Byron García, Arizona State University
Melissa Uribe, Arizona State University
Karen Aguilar, Arizona State University
Brandon Patrón, Arizona State University
Leah D Doane Arizona State UniversityU.S. Latinx college students encounter typical college stress and unique cultural stressors. Familial obligations (FO) are traditional Latinx values and behaviors. Mainstream comfort (MC) refers to effectively navigating American culture. We examined the combined influences of FO dimensions and MC related to depression among Latinx students.
We recruited U.S. Latinx college students (Nf485, Mage= 21.4) using Qualtrics panels. Measures assessed depressive symptoms, family assistance behaviors, family respect, future support, and mainstream comfort. Main effects and interactions were computed for MC with family assistance behaviors, family respect, or future family support.
MC was inversely associated with depression in all models (b=-.07, p =.02–.03). MC moderated the effect of family assistance (b=-.07, p=.01); family assistance was protective against depression at higher levels, but a risk at low levels, of MC.
MC is associated with lower depression; it is particularly important for those engaging in more family assistance. Interventions can partially address depression risk among Latinx college students by supporting their integration into mainstream culture while also supporting heritage cultural identity and family assistance behaviors.
Poster Session #2 (6:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.)
- 1. Propiedades Psicométricas del Avoidance and Fusion Questionnaire (AFQ-Y8) en una muestra de Adolescentes Chilenos
Categories: Academics or education, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Experiential Avoidance and Questionnaire
Components: Original data
Álvaro I. Langer, Ph.D., Universidad San Sebastián
José Manuel Aguilar Parra, Universidad de Almería
Jonathan Salazar, Universidad San Sebastián. Núcleo Milenio para Mejorar la Salud Mental de Adolescentes y Jóvenes, Imhay
Adolfo Cangas, Universidad de Almería
Daniel Núñez, Universidad de Talca. Núcleo Milenio para Mejorar la Salud Mental de Adolescentes y Jóvenes, Imhay.
Vanessa Nowak, M.A.
Aneliz Vargas, Ps., Universidad Austral de ChileLa evitación experiencial (EE) es un factor clave para la terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT). De hecho, la EE, se considera un factor transdiagnóstico a diversos problemas de salud mental. La evaluación de la EE se ha realizado principalmente a través de cuestionarios de autoreporte. Uno de los cuestionarios más utilizados para medir la EE en población adolescente es el Avoidance and Fusion Questionnaire (AFQ-Y), el cual presenta una versión estándar y una breve. No obstante, en la actualidad no se conocen las propiedades psicométricas del instrumento en población adolescente chilena
El objetivo del presente estudio es analizar evidencia psicométrica de la versión breve de 8 ítems del AFQ-Y con una muestra de adolescentes chilenos. Específicamente, 303 adolescentes (media de edad 14,7 años; 53% mujeres) respondieron de forma online una batería de cuestionarios.
Los resultados señalan una estructura unifactorial, con una confiabilidad de .86. A su vez, la escala presentó adecuada validez convergente, presentando asociaciones positivas y significativas con depresión, ansiedad y negativas significativas con bienestar.
El AFQ-Y8 presenta adecuadas propiedades psicométricas.- 2. Vinculación del burnout académico, mindfulness, autocompasión y competencias socioemocionales en universitarios/as
Categories: Academics or education, Theory and philosophical foundations, Burnout académico, mindfulness, autocompasión y competencias socioemocionales
Components: Conceptual analysis
Claudia Vásquez-Rivas, M.A., Universidad del Bío-Bío
Álvaro I Langer- Herrera, Ph.D., Universidad San SebastiánEl burnout académico (BA) corresponde al agotamiento emocional producto de demandas académicas; conduce a un bajo compromiso con los estudios y sentimiento de incompetencia (Maslach, 2001). Afecta la diferenciación emocional, la conciencia emocional y gestión del estrés. Consideramos que el BA facilita la pérdida de observar sin sobreidentificarse y actuar con conciencia plena. Estimamos que el BA impacta la autocompasión, a la autocrítica, sobreidentificación y aislamiento.
El método empleado es el análisis documental (Martínez-Corona, et al. ,2023).
Estudios del BA son escasos en docentes de pregrado. Martínez-Rubio et al. (2020) establecen el rol protector de mindfulness, autocompasión y flexibilidad psicológica frente al BA. Vinculado a lo anterior, reconocemos la eficacia de mindfulness y autocompasión en la reducción del burnout en profesionales de la salud, siendo incipiente el estudio de esta relación en estudiantes universitarios/as.
Esta propuesta permite establecer una relación teórica entre cuatro constructos (BA), mindfulness, autocompasión y competencias socioemocionales) y un modelo explicativo que las englobe, precisando una brecha de conocimiento en el estudio del burnout académico en carreras de pedagogía.- 3. De la Personalidad a la Pantalla: Un Análisis de la Relación entre Preocupación por la Imagen y Uso de Internet
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Categories: Behavior analysis, Trastornos de personalidad, uso descontrolado de internet, modificación de la apariencia en redes sociales, preocupación por el peso y la figura.
Components: Literature review, Original data
Belén Camila Sufan Neira, Psicóloga clínica, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
Emilio Compte, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
José Antonio Garcés, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
Raimundo Hansen, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
Sergio Quevedo, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
Cristóbal Hernández, Universidad Adolfo IbáñezSocial Media (SM) platforms are in constant transformation, evolving into dynamic, immersive, and interactive spaces that increasingly focus on visual self-presentation. However, they also possess addictive properties. From a contextual-behavioral perspective, SM usage may negatively affect interpersonal processes associated with maintaining a positive body image and healthy personality functioning.
This study aimed to estimate whether concerns about body image and the use of SM to monitor and enhance self-presentation play a role in the relationship between personality functioning and uncontrolled internet use. A sample of 546 adult volunteers from Chile completed an online survey with the aforementioned measures. Through a structural equation model and mediation analyses,
The results indicated that higher problems in personality functioning were associated with a higher likelihood of presenting body image concerns, and using SM to enhance self-presentation, which, in turn, was associated with a higher likelihood of uncontrolled internet usage.
Limitations of the study, and implications for research and clinical practice in an increasingly technologically mediated world are further discussed.- 4. Fortaleza Interior: Un Viaje de Resiliencia Cultural y Valores Personales hacia el Bienestar Emocional con ACT.
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Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Processes of change, Diversidad Cultural
Components: Case presentation
Patricio Esteban González, Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata, CONICET, Instituto Lógos
Natalia Cintia De Gorgue, Instituto LógosArgentina ha enfrentado crisis económicas en las últimas décadas, lo que ha derivado en un aumento de jóvenes emigrantes. Durante momentos de recesión económica se produce un mayor éxodo hacia países como España, Estados Unidos y otros destinos, se estima una emigración del 2% de la población nativa. En este estudio se exploró la resiliencia cultural y los valores personales de un adulto joven argentino quien enfrentó estrés cultural relacionado al proceso migratorio. El consultante de 28 años, ha experimentado conflictos entre sus valores personales y los valores culturales de su nueva residencia, lo que ha contribuido al desarrollo de síntomas de ansiedad y depresión.
Estudio descriptivo de caso único. Se utilizaron medidas estandarizadas de ansiedad, depresión, resiliencia cultural y alineación de valores antes, durante y después del tratamiento.
Este estudio de caso único proporcionó información valiosa sobre cómo ACT puede ser utilizada para fortalecer la resiliencia cultural y promover una mayor coherencia entre los valores personales y culturales.
La propuesta pone en discusión las intervenciones posibles en contexto de diversidad cultural.- 5. Compasión y Autocompasión en Trastorno Límite de Personalidad: oportunidades y consideraciones a partir de un caso
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Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Trastorno límite de personalidad y compasión
Components: Case presentation, Conceptual analysis, Literature review, Original data
Reiner Fuentes-Ferrada, Universidad San Sebastián
Gerardo Rivera, Universidad Austral de Chile
Jaime Yañez, Universidad San Sebastián
Álvaro Langer, Ph.D., Universidad San SebastiánEn el desarrollo de las terapias contextuales, las intervenciones basadas en compasión y autocompasión, han demostrado beneficios en diferentes poblaciones clínicas, incluyendo trastornos de personalidad. La autocrítica, los sentimientos de vergüenza y la culpa son características centrales en el Trastorno Límite de Personalidad (TLP); a su vez son factores transdiasnósticos y antagónicos de la compasión y la autocompasión; no obstante, se observa escasa literatura sobre intervenciones basadas en compasión y autocompasión en TLP y en los tratamientos de primera línea para TLP, en general, no suelen abordarse estrategias en compasión y autocompasión. El objetivo de este trabajo describir aportes y consideraciones clínicas de intervenciones basadas en compasión en TLP.
Se realizó revisión de literatura y una entrevista semiestructurada en profundidad a una consultante con diagnóstico TLP intervenida con estrategias basadas en compasión.
Se identificaron beneficios cómo la apertura a dar compasión y mayor conciencia interoceptiva, y algunas dificultades en cultivar autoamabilidad.
Se propone una integración teórica de los modelos de autocompasión y compasión para la comprensión del TLP. Se discuten las implicaciones y consideraciones clínicas.- 6. Estructura interna de la prueba de desregulación emocional GEDM: General Emotional Dysregulaction Measure
Categories: Measures Emotional disregulation
Components: Original data
Yvonne Gomez, Ph.D., Universidad de Los Andes
Daniel Sawas, Universidad de los Andes
Diana Sanchez, Universidad de los Andes
Amanda Muñoz, Universidad de los AndesNewhill, Mulvey & Pilkonis (2004), desarrollaron el General Emotional Dysregulaction Measure (GEDM) para evaluar disregulación emocional y reportaron que el análisis factorial exploratorio (AFE) no refleja la organización teórica de tres escalas. Un análisis factorial confirmatorio aceptó una solución bidimensional, al igual que un único factor global.
El estudio tiene como objetivo evaluar el análisis factorial del GEDM en población colombiana.
El AFE de ejes principales con rotación varimax para la población general arrojó 2 dos factores, sin embargo la organización de los ítems no se corresponde con lo esperado. No obstante, el gráfico de sedimentación muestra un solo factor y este explica el 54,7% de la varianza. El AFE para el grupo de personas que acuden a un Centro de Atención Psicológica, identificó 4 dimensiones. Al igual que para la población general el gráfico de sedimentación diferencia claramente un solo factor, el cual explcaría el 54,6% de la varianza.
Esto indicaría que el GEDM se podría tomar como una escala general de disregulación emocional. Esto lo reportó también Newhill, Mulvey & Pilkonis (2010).- 7. Explorando nuevos horizontes: una perspectiva lúdica en la terapia ACT con personas mayores
Categories: Methods/approaches for individual variation, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, ansiedad y fobia social
Components: Case presentation
Solange l Estevez, Licenciada, Práctica Privada
Las metáforas son una herramienta fundamental en la terapia ACT, ayudan a los pacientes a adoptar una actitud más flexible hacia sus experiencias. El uso de metáforas lúdicas en este caso único colaboró en la internalización de los principios terapéuticos, demostrando la eficacia de esta estrategia en el tratamiento de la ansiedad y la fobia social en personas mayores.
La experiencia de juego se utilizó como una herramienta terapéutica, explorando desde los objetos manipulados hasta los espacios habitados durante el juego. Se emplearon metáforas relacionadas con el juego para facilitar la comprensión y promover la flexibilidad psicologica.
Los resultados evidencian cómo las metáforas de juego facilitaron la comprensión y la internalización de los principios de la ACT en la paciente. Esta experiencia promovió la flexibilidad y el compromiso con sus valores personales, contribuyendo así a su bienestar psicológico.
Durante las sesiones, se buscó fomentar la flexibilidad psicológica y el alineamiento con sus valores personales. Los resultados obtenidos evidencian un cambio significativo y sostenido en el funcionamiento psicológico de la paciente.- 8. Intervenção culturalmente sensível à população LGBTI+: estudo de dois casos clínicos
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Social justice / equity / diversity, Contexto sócio-político-cultural; Green FAP
Components: Case presentation, Conceptual analysis, Original data
Anna C Ramos, Ph.D., UFSC
Joana Milan, UFSC
Maria Laura Perão, UFSCNa prática clínica, a ênfase no comportamento individual, descolado do contexto sócio-político-cultural dos clientes, pode contribuir para a perpetuação de violências e prejudicar o desfecho das intervenções. O objetivo deste estudo foi descrever o processo e os resultados da inclusão de marcadores sociais na avaliação e no delineamento de estratégias de intervenção em FAP.
Este é um estudo de dois casos clínicos. Os dados foram coletados a partir dos registros das sessões, e dos instrumentos OQ-45.2 e WHOQL.
Os clientes apresentavam quadros consistentes com depressão e ansiedade social, e se declaravam homossexuais. A partir de uma análise considerando o histórico de punições sociais relativas à identidade LGBTI+ , estabeleceu-se como foco da intervenção a validação da expressão desta identidade na relação terapêutica, e a busca por contextos acolhedores a pessoas LGBTI+ fora de sessão. As intervenções mostraram efeitos positivos, com redução das queixas e problemas clínicos.
Dentre outras vantagens, considerar estas variáveis reduz a chance de ocorrência de punição de expressões da identidade LGBTI+ no processo terapêutico, e aumenta a probabilidade de reforço de CRB2.- 9. Uso da Terapia de ACT no Tratamento das Síndromes Neurológicas Funcionais: Uma Revisão Sistemática
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Behavioral or contextual neuroscience, ACT, Síndromes Neurológicas Funcionais
Components: Literature review
Valquíria Silva, M.Sc., University of São Paulo
Leandro Valiengo, University of São Paulo
Bruna Bariani, University of São Paulo
Roberta Kovac, University of São PauloAs síndromes neurológicas funcionais apresentam sintomas neurológicos sem causa orgânica, com suspeita de origem psicogênica. Historicamente conhecidas como histeria ou transtorno conversivo, essas síndromes representam um desafio terapêutico. A Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso (ACT) surge como abordagem promissora, fundamentada no aumento da flexibilidade psicológica através da aceitação e atenção plena. Este estudo visou avaliar a eficácia da ACT no tratamento dessas síndromes através de uma revisão sistemática.
Foram encontradas 12.799 referências, das quais apenas 4 estudos (2 relatos de caso e 2 séries de caso, totalizando 16 pacientes) atenderam aos critérios de inclusão.
Os resultados apontam para uma potencial eficácia da ACT, porém, destaca-se a heterogeneidade metodológica e a necessidade de ensaios clínicos controlados para evidências mais robustas.
Os estudos sobre o uso da ACT para síndromes neurológicas funcionais são promissores, mas ainda incipientes. Existe uma necessidade urgente de mais pesquisas, especialmente ensaios clínicos controlados, que possam fornecer evidências mais robustas sobre a eficácia dessa abordagem terapêutica.- 10. Diferenças em Fusão Cognitiva e Esquiva Experiencial entre Pais e Mães de Crianças Autistas em um Programa Social
Categories: Parenting Autistic Children
Components: Original data
Rebeca Vasconcelos, Universidade de Fortaleza
Paulo Vitor Miranda dos Santos, Universidade de Fortaleza
Marília Ferreira, Universidade de Fortaleza
Leticia Castro, Universidade de Fortaleza
Icaro Costa, Universidade de Fortaleza
Fabiana Brasileiro, Universidade de Fortaleza
Yan Valderlon, Universidade de FortalezaPais e mães de crianças autistas possuem níveis de estresse e ansiedade elevados, e clinicamente significativos de depressão comparados com aqueles de crianças neurotípicas ou com outras dificuldades no desenvolvimento. Muitas mães abdicam de suas carreiras profissionais e sua vida pessoal para dedicarem-se integralmente aos seus filhos, sendo as que mais realizam adaptações em sua vida em prol da criança autista. Objetivou-se comparar os escores das variáveis fusão cognitiva e esquiva experiencial em pais e mães. Hipotetizou-se que as mães apresentam maiores níveis das duas variáveis.
Participaram 41 pais e mães de crianças autistas vinculadas ao Programa de Inclusão Sócio-Educacional da Universidade de Fortaleza, no Brasil. Foram utilizados o Questionário de Fusão Cognitiva e o Questionário de Aceitação e Ação II.
O teste Mann-Whitney U apresentou uma diferença significativa na fusão cognitiva entre os dois grupos, z = 1.827, p = 0.035, r = 0.285, e uma não-significativa na esquiva experiencial, z = 1.497, p = 0.069.
As mães apresentaram maiores escores de fusão cognitiva em comparação aos pais, corroborando a hipótese previamente estabelecida.- 11. Caracterização da relação entre Flexibilidade Cognitiva e nível de satisfação com a vida: Resultados preliminares
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Hexaflex / ACT
Components: Original data
Isabela M. M. Lima, Ph.D., Universidade Federal de São Jõao del Rei
Ana Laura G Silveira, Universidade Federal de São João del ReiEstima-se que mais da metade das pessoas sofram com a inflexibilidade psicológica e seus desdobramentos (Stabbe et al., 2019). Tendo em vista a necessidade de compreender como os processos da Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso (ACT) se relacionam com uma vida significativa, o objetivo deste projeto é descrever a relação entre a satisfação com a vida, o sofrimento mental e a flexibilidade cognitiva
Foram coletados dados através da elaboração de um formulário online. Este foi respondido por 23 estudantes de graduação que não possuíam contato prévio com a ACT. Foram aplicadas análises estatísticas descritivas e de correlação através do software Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).
Através da análise dos dados foi possível observar que o nível de flexibilidade cognitiva possui uma correlação positiva com o nível de satisfação com a vida e uma correlação negativa com o nível de sofrimento mental.
Podemos inferir que a flexibilidade cognitiva se relaciona com níveis mais elevados de saúde pessoal (Kashdan, 2010), além de fornecer mecanismos de enfrentamento ao sofrimento mental.- 12. A conceitualização do suicídio pela Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso (ACT) e principais práticas de intervenção
Categories: RFT / RGB / language, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Suicídio; Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso; ACT; Intervenções; Prática clínica
Components: Literature review
Isabela M. M. Lima, Ph.D., Universidade Federal de São Jõao del Rei
Laís Mendonça de Souza, M.A., Universidade Federal de São João del ReiO suicídio é uma temática de extrema relevância dentro do contexto de saúde mental, estando associado a 700 mil mortes mundialmente. A Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso (ACT) é uma abordagem psicoterapêutica que tem ganhado bastante destaque e se mostrado eficaz em diversos contextos. Assim, o objetivo do presente artigo é discutir como a ACT conceitualiza o suicídio e como propõe formas de intervenção visando a prevenção e o cuidado de pessoas em risco de suicídio.
Para tanto, foi realizada uma revisão narrativa de literatura acerca de questões envolvendo a temática do suicídio, englobando sua conceitualização na perspectiva da ACT, práticas de intervenção, principais desafios do manejo de violência suicida autodirigida e possíveis contribuições para lidar com tais desafios.
O suicídio pode ser entendido como uma forma de esquiva experiencial, sendo uma tentativa de controle da dor psicológica.
O foco em valores e em ações orientada por valores é sustentado como uma estratégia crucial nas intervenções em ACT.- 13. Manspreading in Starbucks: Cultural Differences in How People Use Public Space
Categories: Behavior analysis, Evolutionary behavioral science, Culture
Components: Literature review, Original data
Thomas Talhelm, Ph.D., University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Xiawei Dong, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Danila Medvedev, University of Chicago
Wenzhuo Xu, Carnegie Mellon UniversityThe main idea of “manspreading” is that men take up more space in public than women. We suspected culture might play a role too. We tested for differences between countries (such as Canada and India) and within countries by comparing wheat- and rice-farming regions of China and India. Previous studies have found the rice-farming cultures are more collectivistic due to higher labor demands and shared irrigation networks.
We observed “manspreading” among 8,335 people in Starbucks in 10 countries. We recorded a long list of potential confounds, such as gender, social class, time, and age. We also analyzed components of the context, such as how busy the store was, open seats, and population density.
People in individualistic countries took up more space than people in collectivistic countries. Within China and India, people in rice-farming regions took up less space.
Differences in the use of space could have implications for broader cultural differences in adjustment versus agency, which could impact how people receive supportive services, cope psychologically, and approach conflict.- 14. Examining the Impact of Behavior Skills Training on Coding Functional Analytic Psychotherapy Interactions
Categories: Behavioral or contextual neuroscience, Functional Analytic Psychotherapy
Components: Original data
Verónica Márquez, Universidad de los Andes
Utilizing Behavior Skills Training (BST) and video-based modeling, the study aimed to develop a costeffective, standardized coding method, potentially advancing research on therapy outcomes and treatment fidelity.
A randomized nonconcurrent multiple baseline design across five master’s degree students to evaluate the impact of a BST videomodeling procedure on coding precision using eight specific FAPRS codes within FAP therapeutic sessions.
Overall, the study's findings suggest that BST with video-based training procedures holds promise for efficiently teaching coding skills for FAP therapy sessions, with participants and trainers alike finding the training program acceptable and effective. Participants successfully acquired FAPRS turn-by-turn coding skills for clinical interactions in approximately six hours, contrasting significantly with previous literature reporting much lengthier training periods. It is worth noting that precision levels remained below 90% in most assessments conducted post-training, indicating the potential need for refinements in future training methods.
The study is registered at Open Science Framework DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/NPVEM- 15. Sociodemographic Representation for Anxiety-Related Disorders - ACBS Junior Investigator Poster Award Recipient
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Academics or education, Anxiety
Components: Literature review
Hannah Johnson, B.S., Southern Illinois University
Sarah T Loew Southern Illinois University
Ella M Kerr, Southern Illinois University
Alexa Skolnik, University of Toledo
Jennifer Krafft, Mississippi State University
Clarissa H Ong, University of Toledo
Eric Lee, Ph.D., Southern Illinois UniversityCognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) are evidence-based treatments commonly used to treat anxiety-related disorders. Thousands of studies have been conducted on CBT and ACT for anxiety and OCD, however the external validity of such studies may be questionable. One aspect of external validity is whether the results can be generalized to all demographic variables.
We conducted a systematic literature review of U.S.-based RCTs of CBT and ACT for anxiety-related disorders, extracted data on sociodemographic variables, and rated quality of reporting.
Fifty-five eligible studies (N = 4,492) indicated that white and female identities were overrepresented relative to the U.S. population, with variables like disability status, sexual orientation, and religious identification consistently ignored. In addition, quality of reporting was generally poor (mean = 3.6 out of 10), with many studies failing to account for demographic variables in analyses or in their description of study limitations.
These findings underscore the importance of critically evaluating to whom “evidence-based” treatments apply and increasing diversity of clinical samples, to ensure that evidence-based treatments are inclusive.- 16. Application of Brief Behavior Activation for Depression adapted for Telehealth on Brazilians
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Behavior analysis, Behavior Activation Therapy
Components: Original data
Renata Cambraia, Ph.D., Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)
Andressa Secchi Silveira, Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)
Juliana Quintanilha Pizzo, Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)
Giovana dos Passos Pacheco, Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)
Gustavo H Ferreira, Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)
Lucas V Ferreira da Silva, Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)
Maria F Torres Siqueira, Instituto Brasiliense de Análise do Comportamento (IBAC)Behavior Activation Treatment (BAT) is a well established and cost-effective treatment with ample empirical support. However, to our knowledge, there is only one empirical study published with the Brazilian population. Since the onset of the pandemic, clinical psychologists have been authorized to provide counseling through telehealth, despite the few specific studies and guidelines. This study aimed to deliver brief BAT using telehealth adaptated to depressed Brazilian adults.
After a multiple baseline of three or five weeks, we used a single-case design to observe the effects of a 6-week BAT protocol on depressive symptoms of two participants. Pre and posttests also included the DASS-21 and WHOQOL-bref. The continuous weekly measure was the BASD-SF, for active and avoidance behaviors.
Two undergraduate student therapists were able to effectively implement the protocol on two different participants. Results showed only small improvements from pre to post test as well as through the treatment condition compared to baseline.
This pilot showed that it is possible to conduct a data-based approach to online therapy, even in procedures involving many homework activities.- 17. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness for patients with chronic pain: a review
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Chronic pain
Components: Literature review
Thyale Lopes, Universidade Católica de Pernambuco
Bárbara Albuquerque, Universidade Catóica de PernambucoChronic pain is a complex condition that persists for an extended period and becomes central in a person's life, losing its function as an alert. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach that, addressing elements of mindfulness and behavioral techniques, seeks to improve quality of life by promoting a healthier relationship with pain.
It was conducted a search of existing literature in Scholar Google and PubMed databases, using the following keywords: "chronic pain," "acceptance and commitment therapy," "mindfulness". Inclusion criteria were defined as articles published within the last five years.
A total of 7 articles were analyzed, showing positive results to the efficacy of ACT and Mindfulness related to the psychological changes comorbid with chronic pain.
Two studies address the benefits of ACT for patients with chronic pain, emphasizing acceptance as a crucial point for improving well-being. Another two studies focus on the effectiveness of Mindfulness in these patients and three address how combining ACT with Mindfulness shows promise in managing chronic pain, offering long-term relief and improved quality of life.- 18. Mindfulness as a Predictor of Decreased Trait and State Anxiety Levels in Adults
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Processes of change, Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Mindfulness-Based Therapies
Components: Original data
Gabriella Grau, M.A., Institute for Life Renovation/Nova Southeastern University
Beatriz Rodriguez, Psy.D., Institute for Life Renovation
Lori Eickleberry, Ph.D., ABPP, Institute for Life RenovationIndividuals with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) often experience higher levels of both state anxiety and trait anxiety.
Adult participants (N = 64) with a diagnosis of GAD were recruited from an intensive outpatient program. All participants were treated using a mindfulness-based therapy and completed the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) and State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) during their first and last visit. A simple regression analysis was conducted.
The results indicated that the change in FFMQ total score was associated with the change in trait anxiety score, t(63) = -6.462, p < .001, R2 = .402, and state anxiety score, t(63) = -4.640, p < .001, R2 = .258.
It appears that higher mindfulness levels were associated with not only lower state anxiety, but also lower trait anxiety, which supports the use of mindfulness practice to alleviate anxiety. It also indicates that it is effective not only with transient anxiety, but also the generalized trait anxiety that is often present in generalized anxiety disorder.- 19. Does psychological flexibility predict stress amongst neurodivergent parents?
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Processes of change, Neurodivergence; Autism; ADHD; Parents
Components: Literature review, Original data
Alison Stapleton, Ph.D., C. Psychol. Ps.S.I., University College Dublin
Cara Lefroy, Dublin Business SchoolFew studies have explored psychological flexibility among Autistic parents, parents with ADHD, and AuDHD parents. Addressing this gap, the present study hypothesizes that psychological flexibility and social support will predict parental stress and wellbeing in these parent groups.
Ethically approved by the Dublin Business School Ethics Committee, 345 parents completed standardized self-report measures of psychological flexibility (Golijani-Moghaddam et al., 2023), social support (Zimet et al., 1988), parental stress (Berry & Jones, 1995), and wellbeing (Vanderweele, 2017).
Among Autistic parents and parents with ADHD, multiple linear regressions revealed that psychological flexibility and social support predicted parental stress and wellbeing. ANOVAs revealed that Autistic parents reported significantly higher psychological flexibility than parents with ADHD. Surveyed neurodivergent parents did not differ in terms of stress, wellbeing, and social support.
These findings can be used to inform supports specific to these parent groups. Psychological flexibility and social support may be important modifiable targets to beneficially impact stress and wellbeing in this population, through supports such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).- 20. 24 Hours of Meditation: Investigating Feasibility in a Classroom Setting
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Sports or performance-enhancing, Mindfulness
Components: Conceptual analysis, Literature review, Original data
Daniel J Moran, Ph.D., Pickslyde Consulting
Chloe Guidi, Touro University
Maya L Oledzka Touro UniversityThe transition to graduate school is a pivotal period marked by significant academic, social, and personal challenges. In recent years, mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have gained recognition as effective tools for addressing these challenges. MBIs typically incorporate mindfulness meditation practices to help stress resilience. The present study aims to contribute to this field by examining the feasibility of introducing mindfulness practices, and what occurs once the subjects have completed 24 hours of mindfulness exercises from the start of the study.
Adult students in a class studying behavioral science and MBIs will be practicing mindfulness exercises, and given the opportunity to engage in 24 hours of mindfulness exercises. The will be given the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) at pre- and post-intervention, and at regular intervals throughout. There will also be qualitative questions throughout the study. Because the intervention will vary slightly between participants, this will be viewed as a multiple single-subject design.
As the study is ongoing and data collection has not yet been concluded, comprehensive results are not available at this stage.
Study is ongoing.- 21. Role of psychological flexibility, self-compassion, and dyadic perspective-taking in patients with heart failure
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Behavioral or contextual neuroscience, Chronic illness
Components: Original data
Xuelin Zhang, Ph.D., The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Yim Wah Mak, Ph.D., The Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityPatients with chronic heart failure (CHF) often endure adverse psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, and non-adherence to self-care, leading to strained relationships with their family caregivers and diminished health-related quality of life (HRQOL) due to the unpredictable nature of the disease. This study investigated the impact of psychological flexibility, self-compassion, and perspective-taking on mental, relational, behavioral health outcomes, and HRQOL in patients with CHF.
184 patient-family caregiver dyads (54% were male patients, and 68% were female family caregivers) from one public hospital participated by convenience sampling in this study. Data analysis was conducted using adjusted hierarchical regression analyses.
Findings indicated that psychological flexibility was significantly associated with reduced anxiety, depression, improved self-care behaviors, enhanced dyadic relationship quality, and improved HRQOL. Similarly, self-compassion was linked to positive outcomes across all assessed health parameters. Dyadic perspective-taking demonstrated a significant positive association with these outcomes except for HRQOL.
These results imply the importance of promoting psychological flexibility, self-compassion, and dyadic perspective-taking, potentially through acceptance and commitment therapy, to bolster mental, relational, behavioral health and HRQOL for CHF patients.- 22. ACT pilot study for parents of children with RASopathies: Ecological momentary assessment analysis
Categories: Health / behavioral medicine, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Parenting stress, Ecological momentary assessment
Components: Original data
Millicent Curlee, Ph.D., National Cancer Institute
Paige Little, National Cancer Institute
Nour Al Ghriwati, Clinical Research Directorate (CRD), Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
Atara Siegel, National Cancer Institute
Mary Anne Toledo-Tamula, National Cancer Institute
Melissa Baker, National Cancer Institute
Ronald D Rogge, University of Rochester Department of PsychologyRASopathies are rare genetic conditions with heterogenous manifestations. Parents of children with RASopathies experience increased risk of stress (Ganestos et al., 2020). This pilot study explored a remote ACT intervention targeting parenting stress for caregivers of children with RASopathies.
Ecological momentary assessments (EMA) tracked changes in ACT process variables in parents’ daily environments, increasing external validity and reducing recall bias. Seven EMA questions assessed ACT-related concepts (e.g., present-moment awareness, parenting values, cognitive fusion), self-compassion, and stress. Participants (n=8) received EMA surveys on five random days a week for nine weeks (week 0: pre-intervention week).
Data were analyzed with hierarchical linear modeling (Singer & Willett, 2003). Over the course of the 8-week intervention, EMA data showed that participants increased in connectedness with their child (p=0.004) and in self-care (p=0.046). Participants marginally increased in connection to purpose and meaning in life (p=0.060). Other EMA variables (e.g., stress, cognitive fusion) were not significant (p>0.05).
This preliminary evidence suggests that the intervention had some clinically meaningful effects, which are currently being investigated further in a randomized controlled trial.- 23. Abordaje Psicoterapeutico en Población Adolescente
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Categories: Professional development, Psicología Clínica con Población Adolescente
Components: Conceptual analysis
Camila B. Silva, Lic.
Abordaje psicoterapéutico en pre adolescentes y adolescentes . La importancia de los distintos dispositivos y ambientes de interacción de los jóvenes.
Terapia Individual
Niños y adolescentes desde los 10/11 años hasta 21 años aproximadamente
Intervenir desde una perspectiva contextual, ACT (DNA-V)
La utilización de habilidades DBT como ampliación del repertorio conductual sin reforzar la evitación experiencial inefectiva al malestar emocional
Intervenir en el ContextoLa importancia del trabajo en orientación en crianza y entrevistas con los espacios donde participan los niños y adolescentes (p.ej., la escuela o club recreativo).
Coordinar Grupos
Las intervenciones grupales con niños y adolescentes generan un ambiente clínicamente más amplio para fomentar la flexibilidad psicológica.
Proyectos ACBSGenerar puentes de contactos y formación entre profesionales que se dediquen a la población adolescente dentro de Arg. y América Latina.
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Categories: Professional development, Social justice / equity / diversity, School Counselling
Components: Original data
Ahlam Rahal, Ph.D, Acadia University
This paper aims to deconstruct Israeli school counselling (SC) policies by exploring their multiple origins and sociocultural and sociopolitical factors that shape these policies. SC is a mental health profession that is practiced within school settings. It was first formed in the United States and was later exported to other countries despite cultural differences.
This research applied Foucauldian genealogy to 109 archival materials.
Thematic and discourse analysis showed that Israeli SC policies were formed by global and contextual political-economic values, including economic productivity, nationalism, and armament technology instead of primarily supporting students' interests. Israeli SC policies have restricted the freedom of school counsellors and turned them into subjugated employees who perpetuate the interests of those in power.
The findings are aligned with Fernando (2014) and Whooley (2019) critique of mental health professions. This research also provides epistemological and methodological lenses for international scholars to revisit professionals mental health policies. Critiquing the evolution of discourse is essential to grasp its present, unpack the power modalities that shape its discourse, and improve the possibilities for future reformations.- 25. Implicancias de la ACT en la Flexibilidad Psicológica de personas con Diversidad Funcional Motora
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Categories: Social justice / equity / diversity, Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso, Diversidad Funcional Motora (DFM)
Components: Case presentation
Juan Ignacio Stecco
La intervención se enfrenta a la influencia de factores extrínsecos e Intrínsecos que influencian en la flexibilidad psicológica con cierta particularidad.
Se utilizara una metodología descriptiva con espacios de viñetas clínicas
Se destaca un trabajo de predominio en Aceptación / Defusión /Yo contexto en períodos agudos, con una particular inflexibilidad comprensible, que se ve reforzada por la ausencia de clarificación de valores (por estar relacionados a acciones que ya no pueden llevarse a cabo), y por ende, ausencia de acciones comprometidas.
En el trabajo con personas con DFM, donde el modelo médico es dominante, se favorece y refuerza el trabajo en la reducción de la sintomatología como eje de la eficacia de la intervención. La posibilidad de implementar la ACT implica un desafío que ha sido bien recibido con los consultantes, que se muestra en otra forma de relacionarse con el contexto de la DFM, que implica la posibilidad de seguir construyendo una vida significativa en presencia de un cambio contextual tan significativo como lo es el de la discapacidad.- 26. Feasibility of a Deliberate Practice Training Program: Developing Empathy, Consensus, and Collaboration
Categories: Supervision and training, Therapeutic relationship
Components: Original data
Oscar A Cordoba-Salgado, Ph.D., Universidad de Los Andes
Iona Naismith, Universidad de los Andes
Amanda Muñoz-Martinez, Universidad de los AndesThere is limited evidence on the best strategies for training skills to establish a positive therapeutic relationship. Deliberate practice (DP) is a promising strategy for training therapeutic skills. This study aimed to develop and evaluate the feasibility of a web-based DP training program to improve empathy, consensus, and collaboration skills.
A pilot controlled trial was conducted, with participants randomly assigned to a control group (n=8) and an experimental group (n=11). Participants' performance was measured by rating videos of their performance in empathy, consensus, and collaboration.
The results show that the training program has promising evidence regarding its effectiveness in developing these skills. However, some challenges were identified, such as a low recruitment success rate and difficulties with inter-rater reliability, particularly for consensus measures.
The use of deliberate practice to improve empathy, consensus and collaboration skills seems promising. Improvements in recruitment and coding strategies are recommended. Other consideration to scalate the study to a full randomized control trial are discussed.,- 27. Exploring the reasons and impacts of alcohol use disorder among ethnic minority young adults in Hong Kong
Categories: Behavioral or contextual neuroscience, Health / behavioral medicine, Alcohol use disorder
Components: Original data
Getaneh M Belay, M.Sc., Hong Kong Polytechnic University, HKSAR, China
Yim Wah Mak, Ph.D., Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Ka yan Ho, Ph.D., Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityAlcohol use disorder (AUD) has become prevalent among ethnic minority young adults. However, the reasons and impact of AUD on this population remained unclear. Therefore, this study explored the reasons for developing AUD and its impacts on their daily lives.
A descriptive phenomenological study design was used from March to June 2023. A total of 22 ethnic minority young adults were recruited via referral using the exponential snowball sampling technique. The sample size was determined based on data saturation. The interview was conducted using a semi-structured interview guide. All interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed in English verbatim. The data were analyzed using Colaizzi’s method.
This qualitative interview found that culture and family, hedonistic motives, curiosity, low-risk perception, coping motives, social influences, and subjective cravings contributed to AUD. It impacts ineffective daily performance, emotional turmoil, financial constraints, and social relationship snags.
The research indicated that the reasons contributing to AUD were coping strategies, risk perception, and cultural, familial, and peer pressures. AUD significantly impacted their everyday lives. Further study is required to develop effective therapies.- 28. Psychosocial Treatment Options for Adolescents and Young Adults with Alcohol Use Disorder
Categories: Clinical intervention development or outcomes, Health / behavioral medicine, Alcohol use disorder
Components: Literature review
Getaneh M Belay, M.Sc., Hong Kong Polytechnic university, HKSAR, China
Yim Wah Mak, Ph.D., Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Ka yan Ho, Ph.D., Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityPsychosocial intervention is imperative for alcohol use disorder (AUD), but there is no comprehensive evidence about its effectiveness. Therefore, this study determined the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions among adolescents and young adults with AUD.
In this systematic review and meta-analysis, potential articles were searched from EMBASE, PubMed, Medline, CINAHL, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and Scopus. The quality of articles has been assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias assessment
A total of 12 RCTs with motivational interviewing (MI), integrated family and cognitive behavioral therapy (IFCBT), integrated motivational enhancement therapy (MET) and CBT, telephone-based CBT, brief intervention (BI), common elements treatment approaches (CETA), and guided self-change (GSC) were included. However, only integrated MET and CBT, IFCBT, CBT, and GSC were successful in lowering alcohol use frequency. The largest effect size obtained from integrated MET with CBT was -0.71 [95% CI: -0.97, -0.45].
The available psychosocial interventions had a small effect on drinking outcomes, with combined interventions having more effectiveness than single interventions. Future studies should focus on exploring new approaches to address AUD.