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Effects of acceptance and commitment therapy on cognitive function: A systematic review.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can enhance cognitive function by improving psychological flexibility. This review found 10 studies showing ACT benefits attention, executive function, and memory.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Cognitive Science
  • Behavioral Therapy

Background:

  • Cognitive function is crucial for daily living.
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is hypothesized to improve cognitive function by enhancing psychological flexibility.
  • The precise mechanism linking ACT to cognitive enhancement remains unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the effectiveness of ACT on cognitive function.
  • To explore the relationship between ACT, psychological flexibility, and cognitive performance.
  • To identify specific cognitive domains impacted by ACT.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review was conducted using seven major research databases.
  • Studies published in English and Chinese between 1994 and 2022 were included.
  • Twelve studies (3 within-group, 9 RCTs) with 904 participants were analyzed using cognitive scales and behavioral measures.

Main Results:

  • Ten out of twelve studies reported improvements in specific cognitive functions following ACT intervention.
  • ACT's transdiagnostic nature appears to facilitate the promotion of psychological flexibility.
  • Observed cognitive benefits spanned multiple domains, including attention, subjective cognitive function, executive function, and memory.

Conclusions:

  • ACT demonstrates potential as a strategy to enhance psychological flexibility and cognitive function.
  • Cognitive trainers may consider incorporating ACT into their practice.
  • Further research into the mechanisms of ACT's impact on cognition is warranted.