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Efficiency Comparison of Behavioral Activation and Acceptance-Commitment Therapy on the Alexithymia in Patients with Diabetes Type 2
Mr. Seyed Bagher Nejadkazemfard, Dr. Behnam Makvandi, Dr. Parviz Asgari, Dr. Saeed Bakhtiarpour,
Volume 3, Issue 4 (12-2021)
Abstract
The primary objective of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of two therapeutic approaches, namely Behavioral Activation (B.A) and Acceptance-Commitment Therapy, in addressing alexithymia among individuals with Type 2 diabetes. The research methodology employed was experimental, employing a pre-test-post-test design with an equivalent control group. The study encompassed individuals diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes residing in Abadan and Khorramshahr cities (Iran). A sample of 45 individuals with Type 2 diabetes was selected using a convenience sampling method. Subsequently, from this sample, 15 participants were randomly allocated to Experimental Group 1 (receiving Behavioral Activation therapy), another 15 to Experimental Group 2 (receiving Acceptance-Commitment therapy), and the remaining 15 to the Control Group. The research utilized the Toronto Alexithymia Scale Test as the assessment tool. Data analysis was conducted using multivariate and univariate analysis of covariance. The results of the data analysis revealed a significant distinction in the impact of Behavioral Activation (B.A) and Acceptance-Commitment therapy on the reduction of alexithymia in individuals with Type 2 diabetes. Notably, Acceptance-Commitment therapy exhibited a higher level of effectiveness in reducing alexithymia compared to Behavioral Activation (B.A) among individuals with Type 2 diabetes. Consequently, it can be concluded that Acceptance-Commitment therapy, in conjunction with its acceptance commitment techniques, is a more efficacious approach for reducing alexithymia in individuals diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.

Predicting Marital Conflicts based on Alexithymia with the Mediating Role of Emotion Regulation
Mrs Atefeh Sedaghatkhah, Dr. Hadi Kajbafnejad, Dr. Mahboubeh Chinaveh, Dr. Sajad Aminimanesh,
Volume 5, Issue 3 (9-2023)
Abstract
Research has consistently highlighted the association between alexithymia and various challenges in personal and marital life. Consequently, the primary objective of this study was to predict marital conflicts with Alexithymia as the predictor, while considering the mediating role of emotion regulation. This study adopted a descriptive correlational design, employing structural equation modeling to examine the relationships between the variables. The study's statistical population encompassed all couples seeking assistance at counseling centers in Shiraz during the winter of 2021, particularly those grappling with marital conflict issues. The sample size consisted of 394 individuals, selected through cluster random sampling. Data collection involved the utilization of several questionnaires, including the Sanai Marital Conflict Questionnaire, the Toronto Alexithymia Questionnaire and  Garnefski Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire. The results of this investigation demonstrated that the proposed model exhibited a favorable fit with the data, as indicated by various fit indices. Furthermore, both direct and indirect coefficients between alexithymia and marital conflicts were deemed statistically significant (p < 0.05). In essence, this implies that alexithymia can contribute to the escalation of marital conflicts, and emotion regulation plays a mediating role in this relationship. Overall, the findings of this study have valuable implications for family counselors and psychologists, offering insights into the development of effective interventions aimed at mitigating marital conflicts among couples.

Structural Model of Adolescent Narcissism Based on Perfectionism: Mediating Role of Alexithymia
Mrs Zahra Yaghtin, Dr. Azarmidokht Rezaei, Dr. Majid Barzegar, Dr. Hossein Bagholi,
Volume 5, Issue 4 (12-2023)
Abstract
Objective: The researches focused on exploring the relationship between personality and its influence on psychological disorders, revealing that diverse personality traits are linked to various types of psychological disturbances, with perfectionism being one of these personality traits. Consequently, the primary objective of this research was to investigate the structural model of adolescent narcissism, using perfectionism as a predictor, and considering the mediating role of alexithymia.
Methods: The research approach adopted was descriptive, correlational, and specifically focused on structural equation modeling. The research sample encompassed all high school students within the city of Shiraz, Iran, during the year 2021. A total of 512 students were included in the study, selected through a multi-stage cluster random sampling procedure, and they provided responses to questionnaires measuring narcissism, alexithymia, and perfectionism.
Results: The findings of the study revealed significant and positive associations between perfectionism and alexithymia with narcissism. Moreover, perfectionism was found to be positively and significantly associated with alexithymia. In summary, perfectionism can be seen as an indirect and significant predictor of narcissism, mediated through alexithymia. Ultimately, these research outcomes underscore the substantial role of perfectionism in predicting narcissistic tendencies among adolescents, both directly and indirectly through the lens of alexithymia.
Conclusions: These insights can serve as a valuable resource for psychologists and counselors working with adolescents.

A Structural Model to Adolescent Narcissism Based on Basic Psychological Needs: Mediating Role of Alexithymia
Mrs Zahra Yaghtin, Dr Azarmidokht Rezaei, Dr Majid Barzegar, Dr. Hossein Bagholi,
Volume 6, Issue 2 (6-2024)
Abstract
Objective: Problems related to narcissism can damage a large part of adolescent relationships. At the same time, looking for the prognosis of narcissism can help reduce the risk of developing the disorder. Therefore, the present study aimed to construct a structural model of adolescent narcissism based on basic psychological needs with the mediating role of alexithymia.
Methods: The research method was descriptive-correlational using structural equation modeling. The statistical population included all high school students of Shiraz in 2021. Participants were 512 students who were selected by multi-stage cluster random sampling method.  Narcissistic personality scale, alexithymia questionnaire and basic psychological needs scale were used to collect data.
Results: The results indicated that basic psychological needs in a negative and significant way and alexithymia in a positive and significant way predicts narcissism. Also, basic psychological needs positively and significantly predict alexithymia. Finally, basic psychological needs through alexithymia can predict narcissism (p <0.01).
Conclusions: Based on the findings, it can be concluded that narcissism in adolescents is a phenomenon that is directly and indirectly affected by basic psychological needs. The findings have useful implications for counseling with teenagers.

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