Research Article
Mahdieh Hassanpour; Parisa Pourmohammad
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Background: Divorce leads to personal, psychological, and social changes, necessitating an exploration of post-divorce adjustment. This study aimed to investigate the associations between emotional dysregulation, repetitive negative thoughts, and self-continuity with post-divorce adjustment in women.Methods: ...
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Background: Divorce leads to personal, psychological, and social changes, necessitating an exploration of post-divorce adjustment. This study aimed to investigate the associations between emotional dysregulation, repetitive negative thoughts, and self-continuity with post-divorce adjustment in women.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, with a descriptive-correlational design, the statistical population comprised all divorced women using services at social health centers in Tabriz, Iran in 2024. A sample of 346 participants was recruited using a convenience sampling method. Assessments were performed using Fisher’s Post-Divorce Adjustment Questionnaire (FDAS), Gratz’s Difficulty in Emotional Regulation Scale (DERS), McEvoy et al.’s Repetitive Negative Thoughts Questionnaire (RTQ), and Sokol and Serper’s Future Self-Continuity Questionnaire (FSCQ). Data were analyzed via Pearson correlation and multiple regression analysis in SPSS version 26.Results: The findings revealed that the mean scores (SD) were 96.76 (22.33) for emotional dysregulation, 27.45 (9.35) for repetitive negative thoughts, 32.96 (11.75) for a sense of Self-Continuity and 280.09 (88.24) for post-divorce adjustment. Pearson correlation analysis indicated that emotional dysregulation (r=-0.59, P<0.001) and repetitive negative thoughts (r=-0.33, P<0.001) negatively linked to divorce adaptation, while the sense of self-continuity revealed a significant positive association (r=0.29, P<0.001). Regression analysis confirmed that emotional dysregulation (β=-0.50, P<0.001) repetitive negative thoughts (β=-0.15, P=0.0007) and a sense of self-continuity (β=0.13, P=0.004) were significantly associated with post-divorce adjustment.Conclusions: The findings suggested that lower emotional dysregulation and repetitive negative thoughts, along with higher sense of self-continuity, correlate with improved post-divorce adjustment in women.
Research Article
Md. Sanaul Haque Mondal; Kamrun Nahar
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Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a public health concern in the world, especially in the developing world. Bangladesh, a developing country, has the highest rate of IPV among the South Asian countries. We designed this study to examine survey data from a fishing community in Cox’s ...
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Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a public health concern in the world, especially in the developing world. Bangladesh, a developing country, has the highest rate of IPV among the South Asian countries. We designed this study to examine survey data from a fishing community in Cox’s Bazar district in Bangladesh, aiming to investigate the factors associated with the poor mental health conditions of women who experienced IPV.Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design. The target population included fishermen’s wives within the reproductive age group (15-49 years) who experienced IPV. A convenient sampling procedure selected 120 fishermen’s wives from three fishers’ villages of Cox’s Bazar district in 2022. We assessed the respondents’ mental health conditions using the Self-Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-20). We analyzed the data using Fisher’s exact test, independent t-test, and binary logistic regression in SPSS version 26.Results: The respondents reported the prevalence of physical and psychological abuse by their current intimate partners in the last year. The findings indicated that their intimate partners physically abused 69.2% of respondents and psychologically abused 86.7% of them in the past year. The majority of the respondents (80%, n=96) had poor mental health (SRQ≥7). The results from binary logistic regression models demonstrated that the poor mental health of respondents was associated with several factors, including respondents’ age (P=0.045), education (P=0.001), personal income (P=0.002), consumption of betel leaf/smokeless tobacco (P=0.032), not being a member of a non-governmental organization (NGO) (P=0.023), a husband’s gambling habit (P=0.05), a history of psychological abuse (P=0.001), and those who seek assistance during crisis times (P=0.027).Conclusions: The study findings can assist policymakers and fisheries practitioners in formulating policies and programs to reduce IPV in fisheries communities, thereby ensuring that no one is left behind.
Research Article
Tahere Amirahmadi; Hamdollah Jayervand; Farzaneh Hooman; Rezvan Homaei
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Background: Understanding the factors that influence divorce can help individuals and couples make informed decisions about their relationships and seek appropriate support. The study aimed to investigate the correlation between self-differentiation and emotional experiences towards the spouse and the ...
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Background: Understanding the factors that influence divorce can help individuals and couples make informed decisions about their relationships and seek appropriate support. The study aimed to investigate the correlation between self-differentiation and emotional experiences towards the spouse and the probability of divorce among married female students.Methods: This study used a descriptive-correlational design to examine the relationship between divorce probability, selfdifferentiation, and emotional experiences in married female students at Islamic Azad University of Ahvaz, Iran in 2023. A convenience sample of 304 participants was selected. Data were collected using the Divorce Probability Questionnaire (DPQ), Differentiation of Self Inventory (DSI), and Experiences of Emotions Towards Spouse Questionnaire (EETSQ). Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 27. Correlation coefficients and regression were employed to examine the correlations between the variables.Results: The results revealed a significant negative correlation between self-differentiation and the probability of divorce (r=- 35, P=0.001). Additionally, emotional experiences towards the spouse were negatively and significantly correlated with the probability of divorce (r=-33, P=0.001).Conclusions: The findings suggested that self-differentiation and emotional experiences towards the spouse are significantly correlated with the probability of divorce among married female students. By understanding the importance of self-differentiation and positive emotional experiences, interventions can be developed to help couples strengthen their relationships and reduce the risk of divorce.
Research Article
Fatemeh Sedighi; Nazila Khoshkhatti
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Background: Divorce is recognized as the main factor contributing to the deterioration and collapse of the basic societal institution, the family, resulting in numerous negative social consequences. The study aimed to examine the correlation between spiritual intelligence and self-compassion with the ...
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Background: Divorce is recognized as the main factor contributing to the deterioration and collapse of the basic societal institution, the family, resulting in numerous negative social consequences. The study aimed to examine the correlation between spiritual intelligence and self-compassion with the influence of social adjustment in women who have experienced divorce.Methods: This descriptive-correlational study focused on all divorced women under the care of the Welfare Organization of Alborz Province, Iran who have been divorced for at least one year in 2023-2024. A total number of 361 participants were selected using convenience sampling method. The Integrated Spiritual Intelligence Scale (ISIS), Social Adaptation Self-evaluation Scale (SASS), Post-Divorce Adjustment Inventory (PDAI), and Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) were given to the participants. The data were analyzed using SmartPLS 4.1.0.9 software.Results: Based on the findings of the study, Social Adaptation was positively and significantly correlated with Adjustment following divorce (β=0.035, P=0.006). Similarly, Mindfulness achieved through Social Adaptation showed a positive and significant association with adjustment after divorce (β=0.042, P=0.002). In addition, spiritual intelligence attained through social adaptation was found to have a positive and significant correlation with adjustment after divorce (β=0.064, P<0.001). Furthermore, self-judgment as a component of social adaptation exhibited a negative and significant correlation with adjustment after divorce (β=-0.049, P=0.002).Conclusions: According to the results of the model fitting, all variables in various areas showed adequate levels of validity and reliability within the model. Additionally, the total impact of the model indicated significant correlations between spiritual intelligence, self-compassion, and social adjustment variables on post-divorce adjustment. The mediating impact of the social adjustment variable was also verified in this situation.
Research Article
Hadi Dehghani Neyestani; Seyed Hamid Atashpour; Hajar Torkan
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Background: Romantic breakups are a common experience for college students that can significantly impact emotional wellbeing. This study was conducted to evaluate the impact of transactional analysis group therapy, schema therapy, and emotionfocused therapy on emotional regulation in female university ...
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Background: Romantic breakups are a common experience for college students that can significantly impact emotional wellbeing. This study was conducted to evaluate the impact of transactional analysis group therapy, schema therapy, and emotionfocused therapy on emotional regulation in female university students experiencing romantic failure.Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test-post-test control group design was employed. The target population comprised all female university students at Khorasgan University, Isfahan, Iran who had experienced romantic failure in 2022. A convenience sample of 60 female students who met these criteria was selected for participation. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the four groups: transactional analysis group therapy (n=15), schema therapy (n=15), emotion-focused therapy (n=15), and a control group (n=15). Each therapy group participated in eight 90-minute sessions. Data were collected using the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ). Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) and Bonferroni post hoc tests were conducted using SPSS version 22 to analyze the data.Results: The results demonstrated a significant difference in post-test scores for both positive and negative emotion regulation between the experimental and control groups (P<0.001). The transactional analysis group exhibited the highest mean score (70.01±3.04) for positive emotion regulation, followed by the schema therapy group (72.26±2.74) and the emotion-focused therapy group (71.66±4.28). The control group showed the lowest mean score (29.20±4.45) (P<0.001). For negative emotion regulation, the control group had the highest mean score (55.86±5.23), while the emotion-focused therapy group showed the lowest mean score (21.46±3.70) (P<0.001). The results indicated that transactional analysis group therapy, schema therapy, and emotion-focused therapy significantly increased positive emotion regulation in female university students experiencing romantic failure compared to the control group (P<0.001).Conclusions: This study demonstrated the effectiveness of transactional analysis group therapy, schema therapy, and emotionfocused therapy in improving emotional regulation among female university students experiencing romantic failure. Future research should investigate the long-term effects of these interventions and explore factors that may influence treatment outcomes.
Research Article
Fatemeh Masoudizadeh; Fariba Hafezi; Sahar Safarzadeh; Zahra Dasht Bozorgi
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Background: Adolescent girls often struggle with negative body image, leading to rumination and distress. The objective of this investigation was to examine the potential of self-compassion therapy (SCT) to mitigate rumination and bolster distress tolerance in adolescent girls experiencing body image ...
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Background: Adolescent girls often struggle with negative body image, leading to rumination and distress. The objective of this investigation was to examine the potential of self-compassion therapy (SCT) to mitigate rumination and bolster distress tolerance in adolescent girls experiencing body image concerns.Methods: This experimental study comprised all adolescent girls in Ahvaz, Iran, who reported body image concerns in 2023. A sample of 30 adolescent girls was drawn using multi-stage cluster sampling and then randomly allocated to either an experimental (n=15) or a control (n=15) group. Data collection was facilitated using the Ruminative Response Scale and Distress Tolerance Scale. The experimental group participated in a ten-week structured self-compassion training (SCT) program, with one 60-minute session per week. The control group received no intervention. Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was employed to assess the impact of SCT on the dependent variables, using SPSS version 25.Results: At pre-test, both groups reported similar levels of rumination (SCT group: M=64.53, SD=7.59; control group: M=68.26, SD=9.46) and distress tolerance (SCT group: M=31.06, SD=6.86; control group: M=32.06, SD=5.23). After the 10-week SCT intervention, the experimental group showed a significant reduction in rumination (M=36.26, SD=5.57) and a significant increase in distress tolerance (M=66.60, SD=5.02) compared with the control group (P<0.001). SCT was found to be effective in significantly reducing rumination and increasing distress tolerance in adolescent girls with body image concerns (P<0.001).Conclusion: SCT has demonstrated its efficacy in mitigating rumination and enhancing distress tolerance among adolescent girls confronting body image challenges. The study findings underscored the potential of SCT as a promising intervention for this vulnerable population.
Research Article
Saeide Hasani Rad; Sasan Bavi; Alireza Heidari
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Background: Given the widespread occurrence of aggression among female students and its associated detrimental effects, investigating effective intervention strategies is crucial. This study examined the impact of emotion-focused therapy (EFT) on distress tolerance and resilience in female students exhibiting ...
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Background: Given the widespread occurrence of aggression among female students and its associated detrimental effects, investigating effective intervention strategies is crucial. This study examined the impact of emotion-focused therapy (EFT) on distress tolerance and resilience in female students exhibiting aggressive tendencies.Methods: This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test, post-test, and a one-month follow-up design. The population consisted of female students with aggression symptoms who referred to educational counseling centers in Ahvaz, Iran, in 2023. Fifty female students exhibiting aggressive symptoms were recruited via convenience sampling and subsequently randomized into either an experimental group or a control group (n=25 per group). The study participants in the experimental group underwent eight weekly 90-minute sessions of Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). The Distress Tolerance Scale (DTS) and the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) were employed for data collection. Repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) was performed using SPSS version 25 to analyze the data.Results: Our results showed that EFT significantly increased distress tolerance and resilience in female students with aggression symptoms. At pre-test, both groups had similar mean scores on the distress tolerance (34.16±4.03 for EFT, 33.80±4.15 for control) and the resilience (38.00±6.70 for EFT, 38.04±6.70 for control). After the EFT intervention, the experimental group showed a significant increase in distress tolerance (M=62.40, SD=2.00) and resilience (M=72.80, SD=2.06) as compared with the control group (M=32.32, SD=4.33; M=37.76, SD=6.86, respectively) (P<0.001). The observed effects persisted at the onemonth follow-up assessment (P<0.001).Conclusions: The study demonstrated that EFT is a highly effective intervention for helping female students with aggression issues. It improves their ability to manage distressing emotions and build resilience. Schools and mental health professionals should consider using EFT as part of their programs to address aggression and promote positive mental health in female students.
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Zahra Saboohi
