What is ACT Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a branch of cognitive-behavioral therapy, an empirically based psychological intervention that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies together with commitment and behavior change strategies to increase psychological flexibility.
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How do members experience ACT Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depressed mood | 10 | 8 | |
| Avoidance of challenges and stress | 8 | 9 | |
| Anxious mood | 6 | 8 | |
| Generalized anxiety disorder | 3 | 2 | |
| Major depressive disorder | 3 | 3 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Drowsiness | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 14 |
Member evaluations
Stillheten
evaluated on Apr 14, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for General health: Major
- Side effects: None
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