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Brief online acceptance and commitment therapy for adults with type 1 diabetes: a pilot study
Cristina Stefanescu1, Alin Laurentiu Tatu1,2,3, Aurel Nechita1
1Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Dunărea de Jos" University, Galați, Romania.
This study found that a four-week online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention significantly reduced diabetes-associated stress and improved psychological flexibility in adults with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM). Participants also reported higher diabetes acceptance.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Endocrinology
- Behavioral Medicine
Background:
- Psychosocial factors significantly influence the management of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM).
- Integrating psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic interventions is crucial for comprehensive T1DM care.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) shows promise in addressing psychological distress in chronic conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a four-week online individual ACT intervention on adults with T1DM.
- To assess changes in diabetes-associated stress, diabetes acceptance, patient-doctor relationship, and psychological flexibility.
- To explore participant satisfaction with the ACT intervention.
Main Methods:
- A single-arm trial with mixed methodology was employed.
- Thirteen adults with T1DM participated in a four-week online individual ACT intervention.
- Self-report measures were administered pre- and post-intervention, alongside qualitative feedback.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in diabetes acceptance and psychological flexibility.
- A significant reduction in diabetes-associated stress and psychological inflexibility was noted.
- No significant change was found in the patient-doctor relationship, but overall satisfaction was high.
Conclusions:
- Online ACT interventions can effectively mitigate diabetes-associated stress and enhance psychological flexibility in T1DM patients.
- ACT demonstrates potential for improving diabetes acceptance, contributing to better self-management.
- Further research is warranted to explore the long-term effects and optimize ACT delivery for T1DM.
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