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Acceptability and feasibility of a Taekwondo mindful movement intervention in Dialectical Behavior Therapy

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-03-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2025.100527

Emily R. Weiss , Victoria R. Hart-Derrick , Tara Ramsay-Patel , Sarah E. Barnes , Holley Anderson , Carolyn Gatti , Margaret T. Davis

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is often comorbid with disordered eating behaviors. Effective treatments are critically needed for this complex population. Mindful movement interventions may represent a promising, adjunctive treatment option for individuals with BPD symptoms, especially those with co-occurring disordered eating. Previous work has demonstrated that Taekwondo, a Korean martial art emphasizing mind–body connections, is an acceptable and feasible candidate intervention. This pilot study (N = 24, 79.2% female, Mage = 31.2; 75.0% white) examined acceptability and feasibility of a Taekwondo and Mindfulness intervention in a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) intensive outpatient program (IOP) using a within-subjects design. Patients consistently rated Taekwondo groups highly regarding average satisfaction and effectiveness (3.6–4.7/5), and showed significant state-level improvements in anxiety (p = 0.001. d = 0.76), sadness (p = 0.002, d = 0.74), happiness (p < 0.001, d = −0.86), and relaxation (p < 0.001, d = −0.96) following group participation. Conversely, significant changes in sadness (p = 0.082, d = 0.40) and happiness (p = 0.078, d = −0.41) were not observed following Comparison Groups (Traditional Mindfulness). Binge-eating frequency was correlated with greater reductions in sadness (r = 0.43, p = 0.041) following Taekwondo groups, but not Comparison Groups (r = 0.01, p = 0.977). Compared to non-purging individuals, patients reporting purging showed greater increases in happiness following Taekwondo groups (p = 0.024, d = 1.23), but smaller increases following Comparison Groups (p = 0.037, d = −1.24). Together, preliminary findings suggest an additive benefit of Taekwondo as a mindful movement adjunct to treatment.

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Healthier and earlier through digital technology: Towards a transdiagnostic staging model of eating and sleep disorders in adolescence (S.A.N.A.): A study protocol

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-03-03 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2025.100525

Silvia Cerolini , Debora Meneo , Valentina Meregalli , Chiara Tosi , Elisabetta Baldi , Chiara Baglioni , Valentina Cardi

Background

Eating and insomnia disorders (E&IDs) are prevalent and often comorbid among adolescents. A possible explanation for their co-existence is that they share some common maintaining mechanisms, such as increased negative affect, functional impairment, and reactivity to disease-related stimuli. This longitudinal study will identify common and specific risk factors for E&IDs and will employ virtual reality to test whether increased reactivity to disease-related stimuli discriminates between individuals at risk or with clinical symptoms and healthy peers. An additional aim is to test the feasibility of virtual reality exposure to target anxiety towards disease-related stimuli.

Methods

At least 850 adolescents (14–17 years) will complete a baseline assessment and two follow-ups (at 3 and 6–9 months), along with a 4-day ecological momentary assessment via a mobile app. Individuals at high-risk or with clinical symptoms of E&IDs and healthy peers will be exposed to a virtual reality (VR) environment including sleep or eating-related stimuli in a laboratory setting. Individuals at risk or with clinical symptoms will also be invited to use a self-directed, automatised exposure intervention for a week through VR.

Results

Variables predicting the transition from prodromal to clinical stages of E&IDs will be identified. Virtual reality exposure to disease-related stimuli will be tested as a potential tool to identify and remediate eating and sleep-related difficulties.

Conclusion

This project addresses the need for earlier, better, and more accessible interventions for young people with mental health issues. The implications include the advancement of scientific and clinical knowledge, benefits for patients and families, and the promotion of technological innovation.

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Usability testing of CalmSoul: A digital cognitive behaviour therapy platform for adolescents with social anxiety disorder

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-28 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2025.100526

Narges Esfandiari , Siamak Mirzaei , Saeed Akbari-Zardkhaneh , Mohammad Ali Mazaheri , Vahid Sadeghi-Firoozabadi , Mona Cheraghi , Masoumeh Mousavi

This study aimed to assess the usability of CalmSoul, a digital cognitive behavioural therapy (DCBT) platform designed for adolescents with a social anxiety disorder (SAD). Forty-five adolescents between the ages of 14 and 18 diagnosed with SAD participated in the intervention study, with 15 of them completing usability testing sessions. The intervention included two types of content - generic and specific. Each consisted of ten modules for adolescents and nine separate parental modules. Participants were randomly assigned to three groups: specific, generic, and waiting list. The Social Anxiety Scale for Adolescents (SASA) was conducted in four stages: pre-test, mid-test, post-test, and three-month follow-up. The results indicated no significant differences between the two experimental groups regarding the outcome variable at ten weeks or during a 3-month follow-up. The findings are preliminary and should be interpreted with caution due to potential limitations in power. The future research should strive for larger sample sizes to strengthen the reliability of the results. Participants were particularly positive about CalmSoul’s usability, highlighting its ease of use. They also provided valuable suggestions for improvement, such as enhancing navigation and providing clearer therapy module instructions. The average System Usability Scale (SUS) score was 79.8, indicating favourable perceptions of usability. The treatment completion rate was notably high at 94.4%, highlighting participant engagement. Future research should focus on refining content for improved efficacy. In conclusion, CalmSoul demonstrates potential as a user-friendly CBT platform for adolescents with SAD, warranting further investigation.

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Bibliometric insights into pica: A psychological perspective on evolving research trends 文献计量学对胃酸过多的洞察力：从心理学角度看不断变化的研究趋势

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-17 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2025.100523

Walton Wider , Nicholas Tze Ping Pang , Chit Thet Lal Oo , Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi , Jem Cloyd Melendres Tanucan , Khine Zar Zar Thet

Pica is a multifaceted eating disorder involving the persistent ingestion of non-nutritive substances, often associated with significant medical and psychological risks. This study presents the first bibliometric analysis on pica, aiming to consolidate and examine the breadth of research in this field. We analyzed 386 publications from the Web of Science database to explore evolving research trends and thematic developments related to pica. Employing bibliographic coupling, we identified five thematic clusters illuminating diverse aspects of pica, including neurobiological and adaptive mechanisms, behavioral interventions in developmental disabilities, and diagnostic and treatment innovations in feeding disorders. Meanwhile, co-word analysis uncovered four additional research streams, highlighting intersections between nutritional deficiencies, mental health, and lifespan care for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disabilities. Our findings underscore the complexity and interdisciplinary nature of pica, revealing how biological, psychological, and environmental factors collectively shape both etiology and management strategies. In particular, the growing emphasis on personalized, function-based interventions—ranging from behavioral therapies to pharmacological treatments—signals a shift toward more integrative approaches in clinical practice. This is further supported by emerging research on technology-assisted interventions and animal models, which offer promising avenues for understanding and addressing pica at individual and population levels. Overall, this inaugural bibliometric synthesis of pica highlights current evidence-based strategies for early detection and intervention and underscores the need for culturally sensitive, multidisciplinary frameworks that span clinical, developmental, and community contexts. These insights lay a foundation for future collaborative endeavors and targeted research aimed at improving outcomes for individuals affected by this complex disorder.

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Behavioral activation to prevent depression in at-risk adolescents: A pilot feasibility, acceptability and potential impact trial

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2024.100518

Stephanie Belanger , Annabelle Naud , Tania Lecomte , Frédéric Nault-Brière

Aim

This study aimed to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and potential impact of a novel 5-week group Behavioral Activation (BA) prevention program for adolescents at risk of depression.

Methods

A pilot study with a pre-post design was conducted on one group of adolescents (N = 9) with depressive symptoms in a high school setting. The nonparametric Wilcoxon signed-rank test was conducted to determine potential impact of the program on depressive symptomatology, the incidence of depressive diagnoses and behavior change from pretest to posttest.

Results

Feasibility and acceptability were established by the active participation, low drop-out rate, and positive comments collected. As for the potential impact of the program, significant pre-post differences suggest improvement in participants who initially presented with subclinical depressive symptoms. Participants enjoyed the activities they were participating in, despite an overall reduction in the number and variety of activities that were possible due to the pandemic lockdown. Also, the participants expressed an improvement in their functioning.

Conclusions

The group BA prevention program for at-risk adolescents appears feasible, acceptable, and effective within a school setting. A larger controlled trial is needed to confirm its efficacy and determine the clinical significance of BA as a preventive intervention for adolescent depression.

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A case series in using virtual-reality assisted CBTp for social difficulties in psychosis

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2024.100519

Leila Jameel , Mar Rus-Calafell , Matteo Cella , Jonathan Bradley , Lucia Valmaggia

Intro

People with psychosis often experience social difficulties associated with psychological processes, such as fear of harm or negative evaluation from others. Virtual reality presents a unique opportunity to use social environments in therapy. This study presents a case-series of virtual-reality assisted cognitive behavioural therapy (VR-CBTp) for people with first episode psychosis (FEP) who are experiencing social difficulties. It aimed to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of this novel therapy in real-world clinical settings.

Methods

Eight eligible participants were recruited and received a course of 10 sessions of individual formulation-driven VR-CBTp with a focus on improving social functioning. A novel VR environment and therapy package were piloted for the use of the assessment, formulation and treatment of social difficulties. Psychometric assessments were conducted pre- and post-therapy, and participants provided qualitative feedback about their experiences.

Results

The results provided preliminary information to suggest that the therapy was feasible and acceptable, recruiting to target and with good participant retention. Pre-post comparison of treatment outcomes revealed a reliable change on some of the assessed domains, indicating participants experienced clinical benefits from the therapy.

Conclusion

The inclusion of VR into a course of CBTp for people with psychosis who experience social difficulties was found to be feasible and acceptable with potential therapeutic benefits. A number of challenges to implementation in real-world clinical settings and future directions were identified.

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Preliminary effectiveness of the SKILLS program in reducing transdiagnostic symptoms: An exploratory study

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2024.100514

A. Vancappel , E. Jansen , A. Mangolini , C. Dicosimo , W. El-Hage

Introduction

The transdiagnostic approach is an emerging and promising method for psychotherapy, addressing various psychiatric disorders. However, there is still a dearth of available transdiagnostic programs. This study explores the preliminary effectiveness of a new SKILLS program focusing on training transdiagnostic skills.

Method

Twenty-one patients (18 women) with diverse psychiatric disorders participated. They completed the SKILLS program and self-reported questionnaires (Transdiagnostic Skills Scale and Symptomatic Transdiagnostic Test) before and after.

Results

Significant improvements in various skills were observed post-program. Additionally, a significant reduction in psychiatric symptoms occurred, notably within clusters such as anxiety, emotional lability, and dejection.

Conclusion

This study provides preliminary evidence supporting the SKILLS program. Further randomized controlled trials are needed to validate its effectiveness.

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The efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in managing depression among nurses: A systematic review

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2024.100520

Ja’far M. Alkhawaldeh , Majd T. Mrayyan , Dalal Yehia , Noha M Al-Shdayfat , Huda A. Anshasi , Ola A. Kutah , Osama Alkouri , Mahmoud A. Khawaldeh , Majdi M. Alzoubi , Raya Alhusban , Mohammad Khalaf Alkhawaldeh , Abdullah Algunmeeyn , Ahmad Aqel , Amani F. Shhadeh , Mamdouh El-hneiti

Background

Depression rates among nurses are alarmingly high, largely attributed to their demanding workload and stressful work environment. This has fueled ongoing discussions about the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in managing depression in this population.

Objective

This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of CBT in reducing depression among nurses.

Methods

A systematic search was conducted across eight databases to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in English between 2008 and 2022. The inclusion criteria were critically assessed by two independent reviewers, and the validity of the RCTs was evaluated using the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) guidelines. Additionally, the Risk of Bias in Non-Randomized Studies of Interventions (ROBINS-2) method was employed by two authors to assess the potential for bias in the selected studies. The review adhered to the PRISMA reporting guidelines.

Results

Eight RCTs relevant to the research question were identified. Among these, five trials demonstrated that CBT effectively reduces depression among nurses. However, methodological inconsistencies, small sample sizes, and variations in intervention characteristics were noted across studies.

Conclusions

Existing evidence supports the effectiveness of CBT in managing depression among nurses. Nevertheless, limitations such as methodological biases and heterogeneity underscore the need for more robust and well-designed RCTs to confirm these findings.

Study Registration: PROSPERO Protocol ID: CRD42023449904.

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Initial development and preliminary study of the social mentalities scale − Brief form

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2024.100513

Bruno Faustino , Isabel Fonseca , Isabel Santos , Catarina F. Raposo , Maurizio Brasini

Introduction

The Social Mentalities Scale (SMS) was developed to assess six motivational systems associated with the evolutionary perspective of human interactions. With 75 items SMS may be viewed as a long instrument with limitations such as time consumption, response fatigue and/or declining data quality. To address these issues, this study describes the development of the Social Mentalities Scale − Brief Form (BF-SMS) in a community sample.

Methods

The total sample (N = 471, M = 35.6, SD = 15.5), was divided in two subsamples (n = 236 and n = 235) where Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and a Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were used.

Results

EFA suggested a six-factor solution (X² = 10820.397, df = 2775, p < 0.001), and the final CFA suggested an adequate model fit (CFI = 0.99, TLI = 0.98, RMSEA = 0.053, [.044, 0.061], p < 0.001). The final form SMS-BF remained with 26 items and all subscales correlated positively with SMS subscales.

Conclusions

The SMS-BF may be an alternative for the SMS supplanting the identified limitations of the long forms. Further studies may address convergent, divergent and discriminant validities in other samples.

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Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy

Pub Date : 2024-12-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbct.2024.100517

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