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This is a Quasi-Experimental study.

September 18, 2025

A Comparative Study of Acceptance and Commitment-Based Couple Therapy and Integrative Couple Therapy on Demoralization and Frustration Tolerance in Couples with a Disabled Child

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Quasi-experimental study compares ACT and IBCT on demoralization and frustration tolerance in couples, indicating both therapies are effective.

Both ACT and IBCT significantly improved demoralization and frustration tolerance in couples with a disabled child.
Statistical analysis revealed significant differences between treatment groups and controls for both outcomes, p<.0001.
The study employed a pretest-posttest control group design involving 45 couples assigned to ACT, IBCT, or control.
Results suggest that incorporating both ACT and IBCT can enhance family counseling programs for families facing disability challenges.

Ghasemi et al. (2024) studied this question.

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Quasi-experimental study compares ACT and IBCT on demoralization and frustration tolerance in couples, indicating both therapies are effective.