Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychological Flexibility

09/06/2025 30 min

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Episode Synopsis

These sources provide an overview of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a psychological approach focusing on accepting difficult internal experiences while committing to values-driven actions. One source is a systematic review investigating specific values interventions within ACT across various settings and populations, finding they generally have a positive impact on outcomes. Another article and a review discuss how ACT differs from other mindfulness-based therapies by centering values clarification and living, explaining its theoretical basis in Relational Frame Theory and the benefits of cultivating psychological flexibility for overall well-being. The texts collectively highlight the growing research supporting ACT's efficacy for a range of conditions and its unique emphasis on living a meaningful life alongside managing distress.