| Title |
ACT Processes in Group Intervention for Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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|---|---|
| Published in |
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, March 2018
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| DOI | 10.1007/s10803-018-3525-x |
| Pubmed ID | |
| Authors |
Kenneth Fung, Johanna Lake, Lee Steel, Kelly Bryce, Yona Lunsky |
| Abstract |
Few studies have examined interventions or therapeutic processes that may help parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) manage their stress. This study examines the impact of a brief Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) group intervention, led by parents, among a cohort of 33 mothers of children with ASD. Changes in ACT process measures (psychological flexibility, cognitive fusion, values) were evaluated at pre, post, and 3 months following the intervention. Mothers reported significant improvement post-intervention in psychological flexibility, cognitive fusion, and value-consistent activities in multiple life domains, including parenting, relationships, and self-care. These improvements were maintained at follow-up. The results provide preliminary evidence that improvements observed in depression and stress may be mediated by cognitive fusion and action-values consistency. |
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| United Kingdom | 5 | 16% |
| United States | 3 | 10% |
| Japan | 1 | 3% |
| Australia | 1 | 3% |
| Unknown | 7 | 23% |
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| Researcher | 13 | 7% |
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