Group Therapy for Parents During COVID-19
Author Information
Author(s): Mak Yim-Wah, Leung Doris Y. P., Zhang Xuelin, Chung Joyce O. K., Chow Petsy S. Y., Ruan Jiayin, Yeung Jerry W. F.
Primary Institution: School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hypothesis
Will group-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy significantly improve stress and psychological well-being in parents of school-age children during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Conclusion
The study found that group-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy effectively reduced stress and improved psychological well-being in parents, regardless of whether it was delivered online or in person.
Supporting Evidence
- The therapy led to significant improvements in parental stress, general stress, and depression.
- Participants reported enhanced mental health literacy and subjective well-being after the intervention.
- Both online and face-to-face formats were equally effective in delivering the therapy.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special kind of therapy can help parents feel less stressed and happier, even when they are not meeting in person.
Methodology
The study used a quasi-experimental design with parents participating in five weekly sessions of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, delivered either online or face-to-face.
Potential Biases
The sample was predominantly female and may not represent all parents in Hong Kong.
Limitations
The study lacked a control group and had non-random assignment, which may affect the validity of the results.
Participant Demographics
The average age of participants was 40.90 years, mostly mothers, with a majority married and having secondary education or below.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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