Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychological Well-Being: A Narrative Review
Overview
This narrative review examines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as an intervention aimed at enhancing psychological well-being through psychological flexibility and values-driven actions. It outlines the theoretical basis of ACT in relational frame theory and summarizes empirical support from meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials regarding its effectiveness for various psychological issues. The resource also identifies gaps in current research, such as the need for longitudinal studies and exploration of cultural adaptability, to guide future investigations.
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- OpenAlex
- Author
- S P Anusuya (Avinashilingam University), S Gayatridevi (Avinashilingam University)
- Published
- 2025-01-20
- OA status
- diamond
- DOI
- 10.7759/cureus.77705
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- 12
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BibTeX
@article{allodium:9364240b1dff41bb,
title = {Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychological Well-Being: A Narrative Review},
author = {S P Anusuya and S Gayatridevi},
year = {2025},
journal = {OpenAlex},
doi = {10.7759/cureus.77705},
url = {https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.77705}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychological Well-Being: A Narrative Review AU - Anusuya, S P AU - Gayatridevi, S PY - 2025 PB - OpenAlex DO - 10.7759/cureus.77705 UR - https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.77705 ER -
APA
Anusuya, S. P., & Gayatridevi, S. (2025). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychological Well-Being: A Narrative Review. OpenAlex. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.77705
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