Journal of Adolescent and Youth Psychological Studies (JAYPS)

Examining the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on Narcissism and Perfectionism in Single Women Reluctant to Marry

Fahimeh Sistani

; Felor Khayatan *

; Zahra yousefi

Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on narcissism and perfectionism in single women reluctant to marry.

Materials and Methods: The research design was quasi-experimental with a pretest-posttest and follow-up structure and a control group. The statistical population included all female students from Azad universities in Isfahan in the academic year 2022–2023. Participants were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. A total of 30 participants were recruited using convenience sampling and were randomly assigned to the experimental and control groups (15 participants per group). A pretest was conducted for both groups. The experimental group then received mindfulness-based cognitive therapy across eight sessions, while the control group did not receive any intervention. Data were collected using the Narcissistic Personality Inventory by Ames, Rose, and Anderson (2006), the Perfectionism Questionnaire by Hill et al. (2004), and the Marital Inclination Scale by Heidari et al. (2004). Data were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) in SPSS version 23.

Findings: The results indicated that mindfulness-based cognitive therapy significantly reduced narcissism and perfectionism in single women reluctant to marry, and the therapeutic effects persisted in the follow-up phase (F = 9.95, P < 0.01).

Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy can be utilized to reduce narcissism and perfectionism in single women reluctant to marry.

The Mediating Role of Perceived Social Support and Mindfulness in the Relationship Between Psychological Hardiness and Distress Tolerance Among Students

Roya Akbari

; Amene Khalatbari *

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: This study aims to explore the mediating roles of perceived social support and mindfulness in the relationship between psychological hardiness and distress tolerance among university students.

Methods and Materials: This correlational study used structural equation modeling to examine the relationships among psychological hardiness, distress tolerance, perceived social support, and mindfulness. A sample of 332 undergraduate and graduate students was selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using validated questionnaires, including the Psychological Hardiness Inventory, Distress Tolerance Scale, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, and Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS and AMOS software, with Maximum Likelihood estimation employed for path analysis.

Findings: Path analysis revealed significant direct and indirect relationships between psychological hardiness and distress tolerance. Psychological hardiness demonstrated a strong total effect on distress tolerance (β = 0.420, p < 0.001), with significant direct effects mediated by mindfulness (β = 0.324, p < 0.001) and perceived social support (β = 0.293, p < 0.001). Mindfulness significantly influenced distress tolerance (β = 0.273, p < 0.001), while perceived social support exhibited the strongest direct effect on distress tolerance (β = 0.418, p < 0.001). Indirect pathways further highlighted the mediating roles of mindfulness and perceived social support in enhancing the relationship between hardiness and distress tolerance.

Conclusion: The findings underscore the importance of both internal resources, such as mindfulness, and external resources, such as perceived social support, in fostering distress tolerance among students. These results suggest that interventions aimed at enhancing psychological hardiness should incorporate strategies to strengthen mindfulness practices and social support networks to effectively improve students' emotional coping capacities.

Effectiveness of Parent Management Training on Coping Responses and Social Competence in Students with Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Tayebeh Agha Babaei-Pour *

; Masoumeh Marvi

, Mahnaz Jafari Siarestaghi

, Laleh Kohansal

, Hadis Kalantarian

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of parent management training on coping responses and social competence in students diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).

Methods and Materials: The research method was quasi-experimental and applied, employing a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The statistical population of this study included all male students aged 8 to 11 years attending counseling centers in the city of Tonekabon, along with their mothers, in the year 2024. The sample consisted of 30 individuals selected based on inclusion criteria and purposive sampling, then randomly assigned to an experimental group and a control group (15 participants per group). Data were collected using the Ayer and Sandler (1999) Children’s Coping Responses Questionnaire and the Kohn (1972) Social Competence Questionnaire. The mothers in the experimental group received parent management training, while the mothers in the control group did not receive any intervention and remained on a waiting list. After the sessions were completed, the children in both groups were re-assessed. After data collection, descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (multivariate and univariate analysis of covariance) were used to analyze the data with SPSS version 27.

Findings: The results indicated that parent management training was effective in improving the social competence of students with ODD. Additionally, the findings revealed that parent management training was effective in enhancing the coping responses of students with ODD.

Conclusion: Parent management program can help enhancing coping responses and social competence in students with ODD.

Effectiveness of CBT on Self-Harming Thoughts, Impulsivity, and Suppressed Anger in Adolescents with Depression Syndrome

Fatemeh Forghani Elahabadi *

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in reducing self-harming thoughts, impulsivity, and suppressed anger in adolescents.

Methods and Materials: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 30 adolescents (15 in the CBT group and 15 in the control group). The participants were assessed at three stages: pre-test, post-test, and follow-up, using validated self-report measures to evaluate self-harming thoughts, impulsivity, and suppressed anger. The CBT intervention consisted of 12 weekly sessions, focusing on cognitive restructuring, emotion regulation, and behavioral skills. Data were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA and Bonferroni post-hoc tests to assess within-group and between-group differences over time.

Findings: The results revealed significant reductions in self-harming thoughts, impulsivity, and suppressed anger for the CBT group compared to the control group across all three stages. Specifically, the CBT group showed greater improvement at the post-test and follow-up compared to the control group, with significant between-group differences in all three variables. The effect size for the self-harming thoughts (η² = 0.25), impulsivity (η² = 0.32), and suppressed anger (η² = 0.28) indicated moderate to large effects. The findings suggest that CBT is highly effective in addressing emotional dysregulation and impulsive behaviors in adolescents.

Conclusion: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy significantly reduced self-harming thoughts, impulsivity, and suppressed anger in adolescents, indicating its potential as an effective intervention for emotional and behavioral issues in this population. Further research is needed to examine long-term effects and the role of individual differences in treatment outcomes.

Comparison of the Effect of Training Type on Functional Ability and Psychological Skills of Iraqi Male Volleyball Players Under Psychological Pressure

Mahmood Qasim Ali Al-wajedi ; Hamid Zahedi *

; Watheg Mdallal Obaid Al-Swaiedi

, Rokhsare Badami

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of training type on the functional ability and psychological skills of Iraqi male volleyball players under psychological pressure.

Methods and Materials: This research employed a quasi-experimental design and was conducted in a field setting. A total of 45 participants who were interested and met the inclusion criteria were purposefully selected and randomly assigned to three groups of 15: sports vision training, traditional training, and combined training. Psychological components were measured using the Ottawa Mental Skills Assessment Tool (OMSAT-3). Functional ability was assessed using the repeated effort test by Sheppard et al. (2007). To determine trait and state anxiety, the SCAT inventory by Martens (1997) and the CSAI-2 by Martens et al. (1990) were used, respectively. To create conditions of psychological pressure in the post-test, a combined supervision and comparison method was employed (Esmaeili et al., 2019). Data were analyzed using covariance analysis and Bonferroni post hoc tests.

Findings: The results showed a statistically significant difference in the subscales of psychological skills in favor of the sports vision training group. Additionally, the scores of functional ability revealed a statistically significant difference favoring the specialized training group.

Conclusion: The use of sports vision training is recommended for enhancing psychological skill components, while the implementation of specialized/traditional training programs is suggested for optimizing functional abilities under psychological pressure for the target population.

Developing a Counseling Model Based on the Lived Experiences of International Students Studying in Iran

Ahmad Rahimi

; Kiumars Farahbakhsh *

; Mohammad Asgari

, Hossein Salimi Bajestani

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: The aim of this study was to develop a counseling model based on the lived experiences of international students studying in Iran.

Methods and Materials: The research method was qualitative in nature. The study population included international students of Allameh Tabataba’i University during the 2023–2024 academic year. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews. Findings derived from interview analyses were extracted in the form of four main categories and 16 subcategories.

Findings: The results of qualitative data analysis revealed that the counseling model based on the lived experiences of international students studying in Iran consists of four stages: (1) raising awareness and promoting cultural-social adaptation, (2) providing psychological support and addressing basic psychological needs, (3) strengthening social networks and receiving social support, and (4) offering academic-educational guidance and accessing organizational support. The content validity of the counseling model based on the lived experiences of international students was determined using two indices: content validity index (CVI = 0.93) and content validity ratio (CVR = 0.87).

Conclusion: It is recommended that universities organize specialized training courses for counselors to familiarize them with the challenges and issues faced by international students and to enhance the provision of effective counseling.

The Relationship Between Ambivalence in Emotional Expression and Impulsivity with the Mediation of Self-Control in Adolescent Students with Depression Disorder

Saeed Zanjanchi Nikoo

; Ali Farahani *

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: The aim of the present study was to investigate the relationship between ambivalence in emotional expression and impulsivity with the mediation of self-control in adolescent students with depression disorder.

Methods and Materials: The research method was descriptive and correlational using structural equation modeling. The sampling method employed in this research was convenience sampling. The researcher selected 150 students meeting the inclusion criteria from the Counseling Center of the Department of Education in Qazvin city. To ensure the presence of depression in the participants, the Beck Depression Inventory was distributed, collected, and analyzed. According to Delavar (2006), a sample size of 100 participants is sufficient for descriptive studies; however, to increase the internal and external stability of the findings, 150 participants were chosen, proportionate to the number of variables. Data collection was carried out using the Beck Depression Inventory (Beck & Ward, 1978), the Patton Impulsivity Scale (Patton, Stanford, & Barratt, 1995), the King and Emmons Emotional Expressivity Scale (King & Emmons, 1990), and the Kendall and Wilcox Self-Control Questionnaire (Kendall & Wilcox, 1979). Descriptive and inferential statistics, including correlation-path analysis, were employed for data analysis using SPSS version 26.

Findings: The results of the study confirmed the hypothesis that self-control plays a mediating role in the relationship between ambivalence in emotional expression and impulsivity among adolescent students with depression disorder. Additionally, the results indicated a significant relationship between ambivalence in emotional expression and both impulsivity and self-control. Further findings showed a significant relationship between impulsivity and self-control.

Conclusion: Thus, the research hypothesis, which posits the mediating role of self-control in the relationship between emotional ambivalence in expression and impulsivity among adolescent students with depression disorder, is supported.

Examining the Impact of Family Functioning, Basic Psychological Needs, and Academic Emotions on Students' Academic Engagement in the Post-COVID Era

Parisa Torkaman

; Zohreh Sadeghi Afjeh *

; Afsaneh Ghanbari Panah

https://doi.org/10.61838/

Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the impact of family functioning, basic psychological needs, and academic emotions on students' academic engagement in the post-COVID era.

Methods and Materials: The study followed a descriptive methodology with a correlational research design based on structural equation modeling. The statistical population consisted of all high school students in Tehran’s educational system, from which 428 participants were selected using cluster sampling. Participants completed questionnaires on academic engagement, family functioning, basic psychological needs, and academic emotions. The reliability and validity of the instruments were confirmed using Cronbach's alpha coefficient and confirmatory factor analysis. Data were analyzed using structural equation modeling through AMOS software.

Findings: The results indicated that the direct effect of family functioning and its indirect effect via academic emotions on students' academic engagement were positive and significant. The direct effect of basic psychological needs on academic engagement was not significant; however, its indirect effect via academic emotions was positive and significant. The effect of positive academic emotions on students' academic engagement was positive and significant, while the effect of negative academic emotions was negative and significant.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that family functioning and basic psychological needs, mediated by students' academic emotions, influence academic engagement, leading to increased engagement in the post-COVID era.

About the Journal

E-ISSN: 2981-2526
Director-in-Charge: Dr. Nadereh Saadati
Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Ahmad Abedi
Owner: KMAN Research Institute
Publisher: KMAN Publication Inc. (KMANPUB)
Contact email: jayps@kmanpub.com / aypsjournal@Gmail.com
Open access: YES

Journal of Adolescent and Youth Psychological Studies is a scientific open access peer-reviewed journal publishing original articles, reviews, short communications and scientific reports of a high scientific and ethical standard in psychology, counseling and related academic disciplines. This journal is published in the English language by the KMAN Publication Inc.. It covers all the scientific subjects including family, educational, occupational, rehabilitation counseling and psychotherapy and other areas related to youth psychology and counseling.

This journal publishes articles in the following fields:

Counseling and adolescent psychology
Youth psychology and counseling
Educational psychology and counseling (educational field)
Occupational, educational psychology and counseling of young people
Educational psychology and counseling (educational sciences)
General and psychological health of teenagers and the young population
Topics related to the training of school administrators and teachers
Counseling and psychology of marriage and family

Current Issue

Vol. 5 No. 12 (2024): Serial Number 28

Published: 2024-12-10

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Examination of the Consumption Pattern of Cultural and Media Goods and the Tendency of Youth towards Drug Use and Addiction

Soleiman Sharifi

; Alireza Khodami *

; Majid Reza Karimi

1-12
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Design and Testing of an Education Model Based on a Blended Approach for Nursing Students at Lorestan University of Medical Sciences Using Thematic Analysis Approach

Nahid Dehghankar

; Mehry Daraei *

13-21
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Examining the Impact of Socio-Economic Status on the National Identity of Youth (Case Study: Youth Aged 18-30 in District 1 of Shiraz)

Bijan Golabian

; Alireza Khoddami *

; Majid Reza Karimi

22-30
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Predicting Students' Academic Performance Based on Academic Self-Concept, Academic Resilience, Academic Engagement, Emotional Self-Regulation, and Self-Esteem

Haidar Dawood Salman

; Ali Mahdad *

; Rasheed Nassir Khalifa Al-Hashmy

, Gholamreza Manshaee

31-40
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Comparison of the Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Quality of Life in Asthma Patients

Seyed Soroush Ghaffari

; Mohammad Taqi Badeleh Shamooshaki *

; Leila Sadat Azizi Ziabari

, Javanshir Asadi

41-51
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Comparison of the Effectiveness of Moral Cognitive Education and Moral Action Education on the Responsibility of Female Students with a Positive Attitude Towards Academic Cheating

Maryam Fallahpour

; Ramezan Hassanzadeh *

; Seyedeh Olia Emadian

52-61
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The Role of Mobile Game Usage on Mental Health, Academic Engagement, and Aggression in Adolescents

Mehdi Akbarzadeh Sgay

, Simin Zeynali

; Ayatollah Fathi *

; Sanaz Binazir

62-71
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Pathology of Cyber Threats (Instagram) Among Adolescents

Maryam Talebdoost , Mahnaz Amirpour * , Masoud Imanian Ardabili

72-78
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Examining the Effectiveness of Cognitive Learning in Enhancing Intrinsic Motivation for Learning Mathematics in Adolescents

Atefe Sohrabi Omabad

; Mahnaz Askarian *

; Beheshte Niusha

79-86
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The Comparison of Stress, Anxiety, Depression, and Academic Achievement Among Orphaned and Non-Orphaned High School Girls

Moslem Pargar

; Hajar Torkan *

; Fatemeh Sadat Mohammadi Bajgirani

87-94
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The Effect of Training Package Informed by Divorcing Mothers' Lived Experiences and on Child Vulnerability

Sepideh Ghanbarian

; Salar Faramarzi *

; Mehdi Tabrizi

95-102
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Investigating the Mathematical Performance of Undergraduate Students in the Flipped Learning Method Grouped by the DISC Personality Test Along with the Lecturer’s Scaffolding

Elham Azadegan

; Mohsen Rostamy-Malkhalifeh *

; Mohammad Hasan Behzadi

, Abolfazl Tehranian

103-113
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New Insights into Writing Anxiety of EFL Learners: A Context-Specific Qualitative Study

Marziyeh Firouzi

; Masoud Zoghi *

; Nader Assadi Aidinloo

114-124
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The Effect of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Cognitive Fusion in Anxious Students

Allahnazar Alisofi *

; Habib Kaikha

, Khaled Badpa

125-131
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Examining the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on Narcissism and Perfectionism in Single Women Reluctant to Marry

Fahimeh Sistani

; Felor Khayatan *

; Zahra yousefi

132-140
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Journal of Adolescent and Youth Psychological Studies (JAYPS)

Examining the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on Narcissism and Perfectionism in Single Women Reluctant to Marry

The Mediating Role of Perceived Social Support and Mindfulness in the Relationship Between Psychological Hardiness and Distress Tolerance Among Students

Effectiveness of Parent Management Training on Coping Responses and Social Competence in Students with Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Effectiveness of CBT on Self-Harming Thoughts, Impulsivity, and Suppressed Anger in Adolescents with Depression Syndrome

Comparison of the Effect of Training Type on Functional Ability and Psychological Skills of Iraqi Male Volleyball Players Under Psychological Pressure

Developing a Counseling Model Based on the Lived Experiences of International Students Studying in Iran

The Relationship Between Ambivalence in Emotional Expression and Impulsivity with the Mediation of Self-Control in Adolescent Students with Depression Disorder

Examining the Impact of Family Functioning, Basic Psychological Needs, and Academic Emotions on Students' Academic Engagement in the Post-COVID Era

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Articles

Examination of the Consumption Pattern of Cultural and Media Goods and the Tendency of Youth towards Drug Use and Addiction

Design and Testing of an Education Model Based on a Blended Approach for Nursing Students at Lorestan University of Medical Sciences Using Thematic Analysis Approach

Examining the Impact of Socio-Economic Status on the National Identity of Youth (Case Study: Youth Aged 18-30 in District 1 of Shiraz)

Predicting Students' Academic Performance Based on Academic Self-Concept, Academic Resilience, Academic Engagement, Emotional Self-Regulation, and Self-Esteem

Comparison of the Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Quality of Life in Asthma Patients

Comparison of the Effectiveness of Moral Cognitive Education and Moral Action Education on the Responsibility of Female Students with a Positive Attitude Towards Academic Cheating

The Role of Mobile Game Usage on Mental Health, Academic Engagement, and Aggression in Adolescents

Pathology of Cyber Threats (Instagram) Among Adolescents

Examining the Effectiveness of Cognitive Learning in Enhancing Intrinsic Motivation for Learning Mathematics in Adolescents

The Comparison of Stress, Anxiety, Depression, and Academic Achievement Among Orphaned and Non-Orphaned High School Girls

The Effect of Training Package Informed by Divorcing Mothers' Lived Experiences and on Child Vulnerability

Investigating the Mathematical Performance of Undergraduate Students in the Flipped Learning Method Grouped by the DISC Personality Test Along with the Lecturer’s Scaffolding

New Insights into Writing Anxiety of EFL Learners: A Context-Specific Qualitative Study

The Effect of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Cognitive Fusion in Anxious Students

Examining the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on Narcissism and Perfectionism in Single Women Reluctant to Marry

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