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Published in: Prevention Science 3/2008

01-09-2008

Acceptance and Commitment: Implications for Prevention Science

Authors: Anthony Biglan, Steven C. Hayes, Jacqueline Pistorello

Published in: Prevention Science | Issue 3/2008

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Abstract

Recent research in behavior analysis and clinical psychology points to the importance of language processes having to do with the control of negative cognition and emotion and the commitment to valued action. Efforts to control unwanted thoughts and feelings, also referred to as experiential avoidance (EA), appear to be associated with a diverse array of psychological and behavioral difficulties. Recent research shows that interventions that reduce EA and help people to identify and commit to the pursuit of valued directions are beneficial for ameliorating diverse problems in living. These developments have the potential to improve the efficacy of many preventive interventions. This paper reviews the basic findings in these areas and points to some ways in which these developments could enhance the impact of preventive interventions.
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Metadata
Title
Acceptance and Commitment: Implications for Prevention Science
Authors
Anthony Biglan
Steven C. Hayes
Jacqueline Pistorello
Publication date
01-09-2008
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Prevention Science / Issue 3/2008
Print ISSN: 1389-4986
Electronic ISSN: 1573-6695
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11121-008-0099-4

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