The evolution of a contextual approach to therapy: From comprehensive distancing to ACT.
Overview
This paper outlines the historical development of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), tracing its origins from comprehensive distancing. It highlights that while technical aspects may appear similar, the primary distinction lies in their underlying conceptualizations, specifically regarding verbal behavior and relational frame theory. The resource is intended for readers interested in the theoretical evolution of ACT and suggests directions for future research to clarify these differences.
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- OpenAlex
- Author
- Robert D. Zettle
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- 2011-01-01
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- hybrid
- DOI
- 10.1037/h0100929
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- 59
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@article{allodium:a7154e39809c4c55,
title = {The evolution of a contextual approach to therapy: From comprehensive distancing to ACT.},
author = {Robert D. Zettle},
year = {2011},
journal = {OpenAlex},
doi = {10.1037/h0100929},
url = {https://doi.org/10.1037/h0100929}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - The evolution of a contextual approach to therapy: From comprehensive distancing to ACT. AU - Zettle, Robert D. PY - 2011 PB - OpenAlex DO - 10.1037/h0100929 UR - https://doi.org/10.1037/h0100929 ER -
APA
Zettle, R. D. (2011). The evolution of a contextual approach to therapy: From comprehensive distancing to ACT.. OpenAlex. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0100929
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