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Volume 24, Issue 150 (8-2025)
Journal of Psychological Science 2025, 24(150): 41-58 |
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Hamid N, Esmaeili S, Marashi S A. (2025). Comparing the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy with its online version on marital interactions and emotional control of women affected by marital infidelity. Journal of Psychological Science. 24(150), 41-58.
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Professor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran (Corresponding Author) , n.hamid@scu.ac.ir
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Background: Infidelity often triggers anger, jealousy, and rivalry. If disclosed, it can lead to social consequences that vary depending on the gender of the unfaithful partner. Internet-based versions of ACT offer affordable, confidential, and accessible solutions, making them increasingly popular for addressing marital issues and promoting mental health.
Aims: The aim of the research was to compare the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy with its online version on marital interactions, to control the emotions of women affected by marital infidelity.
Methods: The current research was semi-experimental with three groups and in three phases: pre-test, post-test and follow-up (two months). The statistical population included women affected by marital infidelity who had referred to counseling and psychology centers under welfare supervision in Shiraz city in 1401. 45 people were selected as the sample population using available sampling method. The control group did not receive any of the interventions. The face-to-face group underwent 8 treatment sessions and the online group also learned the necessary treatment through the website in 8 sessions. In order to collect data, Guttman's (MISQ, 1999) marital interaction stability questionnaires and Williams et al.'s (ACS, 1997) emotional control questionnaires were used.
Results: The results showed that both face-to-face and online methods are effective on marital interactions and emotional control of women affected by marital infidelity. Also, no significant difference was observed between the effectiveness of two face-to-face and online methods on marital interactions and emotional control. This face-to-face and online therapy can help a lot in family issues and help couples affected by marital infidelity.
Conclusion: The results demonstrate that ACT helps individuals strengthen relationships based on accepting circumstances and personal values, leading to healthier communication and better conflict management. Women who underwent ACT reported significant improvements in marital interactions and reduced conflicts.
Aims: The aim of the research was to compare the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy with its online version on marital interactions, to control the emotions of women affected by marital infidelity.
Methods: The current research was semi-experimental with three groups and in three phases: pre-test, post-test and follow-up (two months). The statistical population included women affected by marital infidelity who had referred to counseling and psychology centers under welfare supervision in Shiraz city in 1401. 45 people were selected as the sample population using available sampling method. The control group did not receive any of the interventions. The face-to-face group underwent 8 treatment sessions and the online group also learned the necessary treatment through the website in 8 sessions. In order to collect data, Guttman's (MISQ, 1999) marital interaction stability questionnaires and Williams et al.'s (ACS, 1997) emotional control questionnaires were used.
Results: The results showed that both face-to-face and online methods are effective on marital interactions and emotional control of women affected by marital infidelity. Also, no significant difference was observed between the effectiveness of two face-to-face and online methods on marital interactions and emotional control. This face-to-face and online therapy can help a lot in family issues and help couples affected by marital infidelity.
Conclusion: The results demonstrate that ACT helps individuals strengthen relationships based on accepting circumstances and personal values, leading to healthier communication and better conflict management. Women who underwent ACT reported significant improvements in marital interactions and reduced conflicts.
Keywords: Therapy based on acceptance and commitment, marital infidelity, marital interactions, emotion control, face-to-face and online
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