A brief Acceptance and Commitment Therapy -based intervention among violence- prone male inmates delivered by novice therapists
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2016Abstract
Acceptance and mindfuln
ess
-oriented cognitive and behavioral therapies, such as
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are implemented in a wide range of different
populations, but are not commonly used
currently in correctional facilities. Objective:
This study aimed
to assess
an intervention based on ACT in comparison with a treatment as usual condition (TAU)
among inmates. Method:
We
compared 10 group sessions of ACT (
n
=
9) with TAU (
n
=
8) among male
prisoners charged with violent crimes, administered
by novice ACT therapists
. Results
:
At post
-
intervention, ACT was more effective in enhancing values
-consistent behaviors than TAU as measured
by the Valued Living Questionnaire. Depression, anxiety and psychological flexibility did not change
after any of the treatments. These r
esu
lts were maintained at three
-month follow
-up.
Conclusions:
A
brief ...
Palabra/s clave
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Inmates
Novice therapists
Short intervention
Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT)
Terapeutas nóveles
Intervención breve