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مقایسه اثربخشی درمان متمرکز بر شفقت و معنادرمانی بر بهزیستی روان شناختی سالمندان
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Yeganeh Parazdeh   , Mehrdad Sabet * , Ashraf Sadat Giti Ghoreishi , Behzad Aligohari |
| Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Roudehen, Iran. & Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Roudehen, Iran. |
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Abstract: (53 Views) |
Introduction: Aging is accompanied by numerous psychological challenges that may lead to a decline in psychological well-being. Therefore, the use of psychotherapy interventions based on compassion and meaning can play an important role in promoting the mental health of older adults.
Methods: The present study was conducted using a quasi-experimental pretest–posttest design with a two-month follow-up. The statistical population consisted of older adults residing in nursing homes in Karaj, from whom 48 participants were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to two experimental groups (compassion-focused therapy and logotherapy) and one control group. Interventions for both experimental groups were delivered in eight 90-minute group sessions. Data were collected using Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Questionnaire and analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance and clinical significance indices.
Results: The findings indicated that compassion-focused therapy and logotherapy had a significant effect on all components of psychological well-being in older adults (P < 0.001). Significant improvements were observed in self-acceptance, positive relations with others, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and personal growth. In addition, the total score of psychological well-being was significantly influenced by the interventions. Effect size values indicated moderate to large effects of the therapeutic interventions. The results also demonstrated differences between the two therapeutic approaches in their effects on psychological well-being components.
Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that both compassion-focused therapy and logotherapy are effective in enhancing psychological well-being among older adults. By improving the core components of well-being, these interventions play an important role in promoting the mental health of older adults. Therefore, the application of these approaches in elderly care centers is recommended as effective psychological interventions. |
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| Keywords: Compassion-focused therapy, logotherapy, psychological well-being, older adults, psychotherapeutic interventions |
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Type of Study: Original research |
Subject:
Eldely mental and psychological issues
Received: 2026/02/8 | Accepted: 2026/04/30 | Published: 2026/04/30
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