IMPACT OF ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY AND CREATIVE-UNIFYING MEDITATION ON AN ADULT WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES: CASE REPORT

This case report explores the application of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques combined with creative-unifying meditation in reducing anxiety, depression and enhancing the satisfaction with life in an adult suspected of type 1 diabetes. The participant, a 37-year-old female, exhibit...

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Main Authors: Cristina Ștefănescu (Author), Aurel Nechita (Author), Mădălina Nicoleta Matei (Author), Vasile Constantin (Author), Claudia Iuliana Iacob (Author)
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Published: Romanian Dental Association for Education, 2024-02-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary:This case report explores the application of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques combined with creative-unifying meditation in reducing anxiety, depression and enhancing the satisfaction with life in an adult suspected of type 1 diabetes. The participant, a 37-year-old female, exhibited severe anxiety and depression symptoms at baseline. These symptoms were associated with various life-stressors and were exacerbated by the suspicion of diabetes. After a 4-session intervention practising psychological flexibility and creative-unifying meditation skills, the participant's anxiety and depression symptoms showed significant improvements. Moreover, her satisfaction with life increased, despite the fact that the type 1 diabetes diagnosis was confirmed before ending the intervention. The positive outcomes were maintained at one-week follow-up. While the study highlights beneficial results, limitations, such as a small sample size and short follow-up, underscore the need for future research. The findings suggest that integrating creative-unifying meditation with ACT skills holds promise in addressing psychological challenges associated with diabetes states.
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