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Maria Karekla1, Katerina Georgiou1, Eleana Lamprou1
1Department of Psychology, ACThealthy Laboratory, Panepistimiou Avenue 1, University of Cyprus, Nicosia, 2019, Cyprus.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a third wave cognitive-behavioral approach with demonstrated effectiveness in treating substance use disorders (SUDs). ACT aims to improve psychological flexibility via 6 core processes: acceptance, cognitive defusion, present-moment awareness, self-as-context, values, and committed action. Through these processes, ACT encourages adaptive and values-congruent behaving rather than substance use as a coping strategy. ACT offers a holistic framework for long-term behavior change and overall well-being, fostering psychological resilience and self-awareness to individuals struggling with SUDs.
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