Research code: IR.IAU.TON.REC.1399.074
Ethics code: IR.IAU.TON.REC.1399.074
Ryahirad M, Khalatbari J, Nasehi M, Mousavi S A. The Effectiveness of Group-Based Emotional Schema Therapy on Resilience and Hope in Individuals with Cancer. J Clin Sport Neuropsychol 2024; 4 (2) : 5
URL:
http://jcsnp.ir/article-1-126-en.html
1- PhD Student in Health Psychology, Tunkabon Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tunkabon, Iran.
2- Department of Psychology, Tonekabon Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon, Iran.
3- Associate Professor, Cell Therapy and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran & Research Institute for Oncology, Hematology and Cell Therapy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Abstract: (95 Views)
Background and Purpose: A cancer diagnosis and treatment often bring significant emotional and psychological challenges, impacting patients' resilience and hope. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of group-based emotion schema therapy (EST) in improving resilience and hope in individuals diagnosed with cancer.
Method: This quasi-experimental study employed a pre-test, post-test, and follow-up design with an extended control group. The study population consisted of patients with cancer referred to Shariati Hospital in Tehran. Forty individuals who volunteered and met the inclusion criteria were selected through purposive sampling. After final screening, 20 participants were randomly assigned to either the experimental group (EST) or the control group. The study used the Adult Hope Scale (Snyder et al., 1991) and the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (Connor-Davidson, 2003) for assessment. The questionnaires were completed by both groups before the intervention, immediately after the intervention, and during follow-up. The intervention consisted of 12 online group sessions via Skype, each lasting two and a half hours. Data were analyzed using SPSS-24 and covariance analysis methods.
Findings: The results showed that the EST had a significant effect on resilience and life expectancy in people with cancer.
Conclusion: Group-based emotion schema therapy is effective in enhancing resilience and hope among individuals with cancer. These findings suggest that incorporating such therapeutic interventions into oncology care can provide significant psychological benefits for patients.
Article number: 5
Type of Study:
Research |
Subject:
Clinical Psychology Received: 2024/02/6 | Accepted: 2024/03/19 | Published: 2024/04/1
* Corresponding Author Address: Department of Psychology, Tonekabon Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon, Iran. |