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Validation of an Emotion Regulation Training Program on Mental Well-Being
Sara LeBlanc1, Bilge Uzun2, Ahmet Aydemir3
1Department of Psychology, University of Roehampton, London, UK.
Psychological Reports
|September 27, 2019
Summary
This study validated an Emotion Regulation Training program. The training improved emotional intelligence, resilience, and communication, significantly reducing depressive symptoms and enhancing overall mental well-being.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Emotion regulation is crucial for mental health.
- Interpersonal communication and emotional intelligence are key components of well-being.
- Existing programs may require further validation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate an Emotion Regulation Training program.
- To assess the program's impact on resilience, interpersonal communication, and emotional intelligence.
- To evaluate the program's effect on emotional symptomology and mental well-being.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial with 104 community participants.
- Intervention group received Emotion Regulation Training; control group did not.
- Cognitive performance tests administered pre- and post-intervention to a subset.
Main Results:
- The intervention group showed a significant increase in cognitive reappraisal.
- Reappraisal was linked to reduced depressive symptoms, worry, and suppression.
- Overall mental well-being significantly improved in the intervention group.
Conclusions:
- The Emotion Regulation Training program is validated.
- The program effectively enhances emotional intelligence and resilience.
- The training positively impacts mental health outcomes.
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