نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسندگان
1 کارشناسی ارشد بالینی، گروه روان‌شناسی، واحد شاهرود، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، شاهرود، ایران
2 استادیار، گروه روان‌شناسی، واحد شاهرود، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، شاهرود، ایران (نویسنده مسئول)
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عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسندگان [English]
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is one of the most prevalent and costly psychiatric disorders globally. Among the common problems faced by individuals with MDD are procrastination and deficits in problem-solving abilities, which can negatively impact their quality of life, occupational functioning, and social relationships. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in reducing procrastination and enhancing problem-solving skills among individuals with MDD.
Methods: In this multiple-baseline experimental study, four participants diagnosed with MDD were selected using a purposive sampling method. Data were collected during baseline, intervention (CBT), and follow-up phases through direct observations, self-reports, and standardized measures of procrastination and problem-solving. The data were then analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical methods, including visual analysis of graphs, calculation of non-overlapping data percentages, and effect size estimation.
Results: The findings of this study revealed that CBT significantly reduced procrastination and substantially improved problem-solving abilities in the participants. The calculation of statistical indices, such as the percentage of non-overlapping data (88%) and Cohen's d effect size (d=2.41) for procrastination, and the SMD=-2.42 for problem-solving, confirmed the positive and substantial impact of this therapeutic approach in alleviating these difficulties.
Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that CBT can be an effective and efficient treatment approach for reducing procrastination and enhancing problem-solving skills in individuals with MDD.
کلیدواژه‌ها [English]
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