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دراسه وصمه العار فی روایه "شیکاجو" لعلاء الأسوانی وفقاً لنظریه إیرفینغ غوفمان(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: دراسات فی العلوم الانسانیه دوره ۳۰ سال ۱۴۴۵ شماره ۴ 161 - 182
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تعالج «وصمه العار» (stigma)کإحدی المفاهیم المبتکره الرئیسه لإیرفینغ غوفمان فی علم الاجتماع المسرحی الهویات التی یتم إنشاؤها من خلال خلق فجوه بین الهویه الاجتماعیه الفعلیه (الهویه التی تظهر فی التفاعل مع الآخرین) والهویه المحتمله للأفراد (الهویه التی یعرّفون بها أنفسهم). هؤلاء الناس غیر قادرین علی اتباع المعاییر العامه للمجتمع ونتیجه لذلک لایقبلهم الناس العادیون الآخرون، فإنهم یتعرضون لوصمه العار. نشاهد فی روایه شیکاجو لعلاء الأسوانی وصمه العار لدی الشخصیتین الرئیسیتین أی شیماء (مصریه) وکارول (أمریکیه)؛ امرأتین، من الشرق والغرب، تعانی کل منهما من وصمه عار. یهدف هذا البحث مستخدمًا المنهج الوصفی- التحلیلی ومبنیًا علی نظریه «وصمه العار» لإیرفینغ غوفمان، إلی تحلیل تصرفات کل من بطلتَی الروایه فی مواجهه وصمه عارها وإیجاد حل لها. أظهرت النتائج أن شیماء تواجه وصمه العار المتمثله فی علاقه غیرمشروعه مع زمیلها وتحمل منه، وتحاول الإجهاض تخلّصًا منها. لکن کارول تعانی من وصمه العار العرقیه التی تؤدّی إلی الرفض الاجتماعی، وتستسلم لوصمات أخری من أجل التخلص منها وتحقیق مکانتها الاجتماعیه المنشوده.
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Empowering Women in University Leadership: The Impact of Academic Counseling and Psychological Services in Iran and Iraq(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: School Administration, Volume ۱۱, Issue ۳, Autumn ۲۰۲۳ 81 - 107

کلیدواژه‌ها: Empowerment Women counseling and psychological services management and leadership of women

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This article presents a theory using an interpretive approach to explore the role of counseling and psychological services in empowering women in management and leadership positions at universities. The study systematically examines this role through data collected from 22 participants, including students, staff, professors, and female university managers, from Kurdistan University in Sanandaj and Salah al-Din University in Erbil. Participants were purposefully selected, and data was gathered via semi-structured interviews. Analysis involved a novel method and continuous comparative analysis through three-stage theoretical coding. This process identified 300 open codes, 35 central codes, and seven selective codes: mental ability, economic ability, political ability, social ability, group ability, physical ability, and academic ability. The findings revealed that empowerment is a process rather than a product. For counseling and psychological service programs to be effective, all individuals involved in the empowerment process must have a clear understanding of its requirements and methods. Ultimately, the success of these efforts is likely determined by the women themselves. While empowerment is crucial within universities, creating a positive organizational atmosphere and a supportive culture that fosters spontaneous empowerment among female students, employees, and managers is equally important. Moreover, establishing empowerment initiatives strengthens the move towards university independence and reinforces the perception of higher education institutions as unique entities with distinct cultures. The study also highlights the importance of context and situational factors in implementing empowerment, emphasizing the need to avoid applying models that do not align with cultural contexts. Finally, university administrators must be personally committed to empowering women in management and leadership roles before any efforts can be successful.
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Comparison of The self-compassion and body image of women from different ethnicities (Azeri, Kurdish, Persian) Urmia city(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Journal of preventive Counselling, Volume ۵, Issue ۲, June ۲۰۲۴ 109 - 120

کلیدواژه‌ها: Self-compassion Body image Ethnicity Women

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Aim: This study aimed to compare the self-compassion and body image of women from different ethnicities (Azeri, Kurdish, Persian) in Urmia city, and in fact, The goal was to create a fundamental understanding of the phenomenon of the subject of research.Method: This is Causal-comparative research whose statistical population consisted of 342 women who were selected in 2022. Through a Stratified Sampling method, Statistical populations were chosen based on inclusion criteria and randomly assigned (Stratified random sampling). Data collection tools included a demographic checklist NEF(2003) Self-compassion scale (SCS); Cash et al(1990)Multidimensional Body- Self Relations questionnaire (MSRQ). Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was applied by the SPSS-26 program. Result: Therefore, according to the results of the present study, There is no significant difference in the level of self-compassion (F=0.64 and P < 0.05) and body image(F=0.66 and P < 0.05) among different ethnicities. Based on this basic research, it is suggested that psychosocial variables should be investigated more in future research because a better understanding of them, provides a framework by which we can understand how we identify ourselves, and how we interact in groups and in society.
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The Divorce Legacy: Marriage Challenges in Women with Experience of Parental Divorce(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Journal of preventive Counselling, Volume ۵, Issue ۳, September ۲۰۲۴ 43 - 58

کلیدواژه‌ها: Parental divorce marriage Challenges Women

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Aim: This qualitative study investigates the challenges faced by women with a history of parental divorce in their marriages. It aims to uncover the emotional, psychological, and relational difficulties stemming from parental divorce and their impact on marital dynamics. Method: Utilizing conventional content analysis, this study conducted semi-structured interviews with sixteen women from Qom Province during winter and summer of 2024 year, who had experienced parental divorce and are in their first marriages. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. Data collection involved recording and transcribing interviews, followed by coding and thematic analysis to identify recurring themes. Findings: The findings indicated six main categories: 1. Unresolved Past Painful Emotions, 2. Marital hurdles of Being a Child of Divorce, 3. Persistent Psychological Insecurity, 4. Deficiency in Skills Due to the Absence of Successful Life Models, 5. The Enduring Echoes of Parental Divorce, and 6. Growth After Experiencing the Trauma of Parental Divorce. Conclusion: Parental divorce profoundly impacts individuals' emotional and psychological well-being, influencing various aspects of their marital lives. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to address these challenges, emphasizing mental health support and life skills training. Future research should explore gender differences, partner perspectives, and cross-cultural variations to develop comprehensive strategies for improving the marital experiences of individuals with a history of parental divorce.
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Structural Relationship between Autonomy and Intimate partner violence: Mediation Role of Self-esteem(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Journal of Human Relations Studies, Volume ۴, Issue ۱۳, Spring ۲۰۲۴ 40 - 47

کلیدواژه‌ها: Intimate partner violence autonomy Self-esteem Women

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Objective: Intimate partner violence represents a prevalent issue for women and is strongly correlated with mental health difficulties. Previous research has primarily concentrated on identifying factors that can anticipate intimate partner violence, specifically individual and interpersonal factors. This investigation examines the structural associations between autonomy and IPV among Iranian women who have encountered such violence, shedding illumination on the intricate factors contributing to IPV and potential avenues for intervention. Methods:  The research method is a correlation, and the structural equation modeling method was used to test the proposed model. The statistical population was all women referred to counseling clinics in Bandar Abbas City in 2023. Data were collected from a sample of 306 Iranian women who had undergone IPV via purposive sampling method, utilizing a domestic violence questionnaire (Mohseni Tabrizi et al., 2013), basic psychological need satisfaction scale (La Guardia et al., 2000), and Rosenberg self-esteem scale (Rosenberg, 1979). Results: The findings corroborated the appropriate fit of the proposed model and disclosed that autonomy exerted noteworthy direct and indirect effects on IPV, which were mediated through self-esteem. Conclusion: The findings show that with the increase in women's autonomy, intimate partner violence decreases, and self-esteem plays a moderating role in the relationship between these two variables. These outcomes provide valuable novel insights into the intricate dynamics of IPV and hold promise for the development of targeted interventions aimed at preventing IPV and supporting the well-being of affected individuals.
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Comparison of Women's Satisfaction and Empowerment through an Asset-Based Approach in Formal and Informal Settlements (Case S tudy: Zafaraniyeh and Rezvanshahr Neighborhoods in Tabriz)(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Architecture and Urban Development, Volume ۱۳, Issue ۴ - Serial Number ۵۰, Autumn ۲۰۲۳ 33 - 48

کلیدواژه‌ها: Women Satisfaction Empowerment formal/informal settlement Tabriz Capital

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The uneven capital dis tribution among settlements seems to have contributed to disparities in social classes, empowerment, and satisfaction. Empowerment refers to the expansion of assets and abilities; despite the key role of women in Iranian families, their empowerment has been neglected in s tudies. This s tudy uses an asset-based approach based on the settlement types to measure and compare the level of women's satisfaction. This descriptive-correlational s tudy used a ques tionnaire and observation to collect data from 376 women living in Tabriz's Zafaraniyeh and Rezvanshahr neighborhoods with formal and informal settlement patterns, respectively. The collected data were compared using a t-tes t between settlements regarding research variables, and the effect size was inves tigated using correlation and regression tes ts. The findings indicate that women in formal settlements have more capital, empowerment, and satisfaction than those in informal settlements. There is a significant difference between the women of both settlements regarding the research variables. The capital dimensions play a crucial role in predicting women's satisfaction directly and indirectly through empowerment. In formal settlement, physical capital (ß=1.370) and social capital (ß=0.120) have the highes t and lowes t effects, respectively. In contras t, in informal settlements, social capital (ß=0.560) and economic capital (ß=0.136) show the highes t and lowes t effects, respectively. In conclusion, this s tudy highlights that women with greater access to capital experience more empowerment, which leads to greater satisfaction. Therefore, benefiting more from the capital dimension result in higher levels of empowerment and satisfaction for women.
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The effect of eight weeks of resistance training on some serum and metabolic markers of bone mass in postmenopausal women

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منبع: New Approaches in Exercise Physiology, Volume ۵, Issue ۱۰, March ۲۰۲۳ 201 - 221

کلیدواژه‌ها: resistance training Metabolic markers Bone mass Postmenopausal Women

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Purpose: Osteoporosis is a multifactorial disease of the skeletal system and the main cause of fractures and death in elderly people, especially postmenopausal women. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of eight weeks of resistance training on some serum and metabolic markers of bone mass in postmenopausal women. Methods: 24 inactive postmenopausal women with an age range of 46-58 years participated in this study. Subjects were assigned to resistance training and control groups. Before and after the training period, weight, body mass index, alkaline phosphatase, calcium, serum phosphorus and bone density of lumbar vertebrae were measured (by Dexa method). The training protocol consisted of upper and lower body resistance training in 3 sets of 8 to 12 repetitions for 8 weeks and 3 sessions per week. Data were analyzed using SPSS software version 26 and independent t and paired t statistical tests. Results: The results of this research showed that the experimental group had a significant increase in the amount of alkaline phosphatase (p=0.041), serum calcium (p=0.035) and bone density of the lumbar vertebrae (p=0.11) and a significant decrease in weight compared to the control group. (p=0.035, and body mass index p=0.021). The results also showed no significant change in the amount of serum phosphorus (p=0.071). Conclusion: According to the findings of the present study, in order to maintain or prevent the decrease in bone density of postmenopausal women, resistance exercises can be recommended.
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Social Status of Afghan Women During The History and Its Impact on Their Contemporary Life(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: pure life, Volume ۱۱, Issue ۴۰, Autumn ۲۰۲۴ 57 - 74

کلیدواژه‌ها: Social status Women Afghanistan Ġaznavīd Durani Taliban Mujāhideen

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SUBJECT & OBJECTIVES: One of the most significant issues in the contemporary world is women's legal status and social activities. Afghanistan is at the forefront of women's discussions due to its drastic changes and developments. This article aims to examine the status of women in this country's traditional and historical context to provide a solution to various issues and problems. METHOD & FINDING: Our findings indicate that Afghan women have faced numerous challenges throughout history, although there were periods, such as the Kushan Empire age when they found a respectable position. The advent of Islam initially promoted cultural tolerance and respect for women, promoting their status among Muslim nations. However, during the ‘Umayyad and ‘Abbāsid Dynasties, class and racial discrimination contributed to a decline in women's status. The emergence of local dynasties such as the Ṭāhirīds, Ṣafārīds, and Sāmānīds brought political stability and gradual cultural development, although women's social participation remained limited. The Ġaznavīd era marked a turning point, providing a more favorable environment for women's education and rights, while the Timūrīd era witnessed the peak of women's involvement in social affairs.CONCLUSION: Overall, the status of Afghan women has fluctuated considerably, with their current situation experiencing significant ups and downs due to changing political circumstances. By reflecting on the past, we aim to provide insight into their status from history to the contemporary age.
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Marital Infidelity: Cognitive, Behavioral, Emotional Reactions, and Coping Strategies among Afghan women(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: پژوهش های علوم شناختی و رفتاری سال ۱۴ پاییز و زمستان ۱۴۰۳ شماره ۲ (پیاپی ۲۷) 13 - 26

کلیدواژه‌ها: Behavioral-Emotional Reactions Marital Infidelity Women Afghanistan

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Marital infidelity is a deeply damaging interpersonal event that triggers cognitive, emotional, and behavioral responses in the affected spouse. This study aimed to examine the reactions and cognitive-behavioral-emotional coping mechanisms of women facing marital infidelity. The research methodology employed was applied both in its objective and qualitatively in its execution. The study sample comprised 18 women residing in Herat City, Afghanistan, who had experienced spousal infidelity and sought counseling in the year 2021. They were purposively selected and interviewed using a semi-structured approach. The interviews were analyzed using Braun and Clarke's (2021) thematic analysis method which resulted in the identification of three main themes chaos (initial reactions), involvement (secondary reactions), and revival, 11 subthemes (behavioral, psychological-emotional, mental, and psychosomatic response, changing circumstances, involvement in activities, companionship, adaptation, seeking therapy, self-care, and coerced continuation of the relationship) and 114 primary codes. The research findings indicated that the cognitive-behavioral-emotional process of Afghan women facing marital infidelity unfolds in three stages: chaos (initial reactions), involvement (secondary reactions), and revival. Furthermore, it was observed that affected women exhibit varied behaviors at each stage and undergo different emotions and thoughts. Factors such as the manner of infidelity disclosure, quality of marital relationship, religious beliefs, social and familial support, societal perspectives, limitations in choice, lifestyle, and the presence of children play significant roles in shaping their cognitive-behavioral-emotional responses. The practical implications of this research findings can be beneficial for counselors working with Afghan couples dealing with marital infidelity. Keywords: Behavioral-emotional reactions, Marital infidelity, Women, Afghanistan    
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The Effect of Social Networks on Women's Political Participation; Case Study of ClubHouse

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منبع: Cyberspace Studies,Volume ۹, Issue ۲, July ۲۰۲۵ 429 - 446

کلیدواژه‌ها: ClubHouse Gender Identity Political Action political participation Social Networks Women

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Background: A key claim and fundamental assumption of feminist thought is that many traits commonly perceived as female are not inherent or genetically determined, but are instead products of historical and social conditioning. This perspective argues that even in contemporary societies, persistent anti-female stereotypes limit women’s ability to fully exercise their rights. For instance, the historical exclusion of women from political life, potentially driven by male power dynamics, has fostered the misconception that women lack interest in political engagement.Aims: This research seeks to investigate this hypothesis: does Internet-based social networks help to increase women's political participation?Methodology: Employing a qualitative approach, this study synthesizes data from diverse sources– including case study of Clubhouse, and peer-reviewed academic literature– to explore to what extent are women interested in political action under free and equal conditions? To this end, we selected the Clubhouse platform. We then monitored and analyzed women’s behavior before and after a sensitive national political event, the 2021 (1400 AH) presidential election.Findings: The findings indicated that, contrary to our initial hypothesis, the Clubhouse platform’s open environment did not significantly enhance women’s political participation or stimulate greater interest in political topics. Women largely remained engaged with content related to entertainment, family life, cooking, and music.Conclusions: This viewpoint aligns with the tendency to view gender-related issues as stemming from inherent, natural differences rather than socio-historical constructs.
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The Traumatic Effects of War on Women in Alexievich’s The Unwomanly Face of War(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: مطالعات بین رشته ای ادبیات، هنر و علوم انسانی سال ۵ بهار و تابستان ۱۴۰۴ شماره ۱ 181 - 199
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This interdisciplinary study discusses Svetlana Alexievich’s The Unwomanly Face of War, a literary work that focuses on the history of World War Two from the perspective of female soldiers of the Soviet Union.  The women are veteran soldiers, a part of war history who continue their lives after the war and who suffer various mental disorders as a result of the war. These mental disorders are not only the aftereffects of the war, but also the consequences of political and social taboos of the Soviet Union. We analyze the women’s testimonies as they pertain to Cathy Caruth’s trauma theory. By analyzing trauma theory as it applies to the female soldiers, we see that if the society were to treat the female soldiers as heroines, to treat them with the same respect with which male soldiers are treated, the women would suffer fewer psychological disorders, but unfortunately, many of them suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD).  Trauma theory draws on psychoanalysis to establish a connection between the characters in the novels and real-life people, allowing a consideration of each character as a more well-rounded and in-depth individual, improving the studies of both literature and psychology.
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Otherness, Maternity, and Female Voice in Shell Shaker(مقاله پژوهشی دانشگاه آزاد)

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منبع: international Journal of Foreign Language Teaching & Research, Volume ۱۳, Issue ۵۲, Spring ۲۰۲۵ 71 - 82

کلیدواژه‌ها: Cultural ecology Ecofeminism nature Women Native American

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This paper adopted the Eco-feminism approach to explore Shell Shaker, solely filled with Native American settings and issues. So, both nature and the woman of the Native American context were the focus of the study. The researcher showed how the Native American women can be representative of the nature of their ancestral lands and identify with it. The main argument that the researcher intended to study was parallel roles of both women and natural land for Native American. To this purpose, theories and notions of several thinkers were exploited. The researcher found different scenes in the novel that show both aspects of nature which include the mentioned concepts. On ‘maternity’, the researcher depicted how nature is considered a source of giving life and existence to the world like women. On 'otherness', the researcher found how nature is marginalized and ignored just like women. In other words, it is shown nature, like women, is ‘other' and secondary in the society. It was shown how nature and culture are related. Besides, it was proved that there is a close relationship between women and nature that one can delve further into. This paper adopted the Eco-feminism approach to explore Shell Shaker, solely filled with Native American settings and issues. So, both nature and the woman of the Native American context were the focus of the study. The researcher showed how the Native American women can be representative of the nature of their ancestral lands and identify with it. The main argument that the researcher intended to study was parallel roles of both women and natural land for Native American. To this purpose, theories and notions of several thinkers were exploited.
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Women’s Participation in Disaster Risk Reduction: Capacities and Challenges(مقاله پژوهشی وزارت بهداشت)

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منبع: Journal of Rescue and Relief, Volume ۱۷, Issue ۲, Serial ۶۵(۶-۲۰۲۵) 85-95
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INTRODUCTION: Given the increasing natural hazards, there is an increasing emphasis on innovative disaster risk reduction (DRR) initiatives aimed at increasing resilience and recognizing women as key stakeholders in all disaster management activities, although their role remains limited for unclear reasons. Since understanding gender issues and their impact in shaping people's lives is crucial in disaster risk reduction, this study seeks to examine the effective role of women's participation in disaster risk reduction. METHODS: In this descriptive-analytical and library study, factors such as women's empowerment, increasing participation in decision-making levels, improving access to resources and information, and changing traditional attitudes that play a role in reducing women's vulnerability were examined. The necessary data were collected by reviewing relevant parameters in reputable articles, reports and books. The statistical population includes women from disaster-prone countries such as Tamil Nadu (India), Bangladesh, Nepal, Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Ethiopia and other countries. FINDINGS: The findings indicate that women’s vulnerability to disasters is a combination of biological, social, cultural, economic and political factors, and that traditional caregiving roles, gender discrimination and inequalities in access to resources, information and decision-making increase their vulnerability. In addition, disasters impose more severe psychological, social and economic consequences on women. CONCLUSION: According to the results, due to unequal social and cultural structures, women are more vulnerable to natural and man-made disasters. Therefore, disaster management policies and actions must be gender-sensitive. Empowering women, promoting their participation in decision-making, improving their access to resources and information, and changing traditional attitudes can reduce the impact of crises on women and increase the overall resilience of society.
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The Effectiveness of Metacognitive Therapy on Dysfunctionalities in Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۱, Serial Number ۲۰ (۲۰۲۴) 140-146

کلیدواژه‌ها: Metacognitive Therapy Dysfunctions Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Women

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Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of metacognitive therapy on dysfunctions in women suffering from premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Method: This quasi-experimental research used a pre-test, post-test, and follow-up design with a control group. The population consisted of female dentistry students at the Islamic Azad University diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder in 2022. A sample of 30 women was selected through convenience sampling. The experimental group received metacognitive training over 12 sessions lasting 60 minutes each week, while the control group was placed on a waiting list. Data were collected using the Weisman and Beck Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (1987) and analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA through SPSS software. Findings: Results indicated that metacognitive therapy was effective in reducing dysfunctions. The eta-squared statistic also suggested that approximately 24.3% of the reduction in dysfunctions was attributable to the effectiveness of metacognitive therapy. Conclusions: Metacognitive therapy can be deemed effective in treating dysfunctions in women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder and can be used to alleviate psychological problems in these patients.
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Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment-Based Couples Therapy on Attitudes Towards Marital Infidelity and Emotional Regulation in Married Women(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۲, Serial Number ۲۱ (۲۰۲۴) 103-111

کلیدواژه‌ها: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Marital Infidelity emotional regulation Women

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Objective: The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of acceptance and commitment-based couples therapy on attitudes toward marital infidelity and emotional regulation in married women. Methods: This research was a quasi-experimental study conducted using pre-test, post-test, and follow-up methods. The study population consisted of 30 married women visiting psychological services and counseling centers in Tehran in the fall of 2022, who were selected using a convenience sampling method and were randomly assigned to either the experimental or control groups. The experimental group received acceptance and commitment-based couples therapy, while the control group received no training. The standard questionnaire on the tendency toward marital infidelity by Bashirpour et al. (2018) and the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale by Gratz and Roemer (2004) were distributed among all the study participants. Data were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA with SPSS software version 22. Findings: The results showed that couples therapy based on acceptance and commitment had a significant effect on attitudes toward infidelity (F = 57.26, p < .001) and emotional regulation (F = 26.64, p < .001) in married women. Conclusion: It can be concluded that acceptance and commitment-based couples therapy is effective in influencing attitudes towards marital infidelity and emotional regulation in married women and can be used to improve the quality of married life.
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Comparison of the Effectiveness of Emotion-Focused Therapy and Intensive Short-Term Psychodynamic Therapy on Sexual Dysfunction and Quality of Sexual Life in Women(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۲, Serial Number ۲۱ (۲۰۲۴) 171-181

کلیدواژه‌ها: Emotion-focused therapy short-term psychodynamic therapy Sexual Function quality of sexual life Women

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Objective: The present study aimed to compare the effectiveness of emotion-focused therapy and short-term psychodynamic therapy on sexual dysfunction and the quality of sexual life in women attending counseling and psychotherapy centers in Isfahan. Methods: The research design was a quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test, and follow-up. The population included all women in Isfahan province suffering from sexual dysfunction in 2023. Sixty individuals were selected through purposive sampling and randomly assigned into three groups: twenty in the first experimental group, twenty in the second experimental group, and twenty in the control group. The first experimental group underwent emotion-focused psychological intervention based on the therapeutic protocol by Gilbert (2014) in fifteen 60-minute sessions, and the second experimental group received short-term psychodynamic psychological intervention based on the therapeutic protocol (Davanloo, 2013) in twelve 60-minute sessions held weekly, followed by a one-month follow-up. The control group was placed on a two-month waiting list for the most effective intervention. Data collection for analysis was conducted using the Rosen et al. (2000) Women's Sexual Dysfunction Questionnaire and the Simonds et al. (2005) Women's Sexual Life Quality Questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using mixed ANOVA with SPSS version 25. Findings: The findings indicated that both treatments were effective in reducing sexual dysfunction in women (F = 73.08, p < .001) and improving the quality of sexual life (F = 18.02, p < .001). However, there was a significant difference between the effectiveness of the two therapeutic methods in reducing sexual dysfunction and increasing the quality of sexual life in women (p < .001). Conclusion: It can be concluded that both emotion-focused and short-term psychodynamic therapies are effective in reducing sexual dysfunction and improving the quality of sexual life in women. Both treatments can be used to reduce psychological issues in women attending counseling centers.
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Comparing the Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy on Women's Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۳, Serial Number ۲۲ (۲۰۲۴) 219-227

کلیدواژه‌ها: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Relationship obsessive-compulsive disorder Women Health centers

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Objective: The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on relationship obsessive-compulsive disorder (ROCD) in women attending health centers. Methods: The research design was applied in terms of aim and was a quasi-experimental study with a pretest-posttest design, two experimental groups, a control group, and a two-month follow-up period. The statistical population included all women referred to health centers and a private counseling center in Chalous city in 2023. Twenty participants were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to two experimental groups and one control group. To collect data, the Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Questionnaire by Doron et al. (2012) was used. For statistical analysis, SPSS-26 software, repeated measures ANOVA, and Bonferroni post hoc test were utilized. Findings: The results indicated that CBT (F=6.92, p<0.01) and ACT (F=6.97, p<0.01) had a significant impact on ROCD scores over time (p<0.01), suggesting that both interventions significantly reduced ROCD in women attending health centers. A significant difference was found between pretest and posttest scores for ROCD in both approaches (p<0.01), indicating the meaningful effectiveness of these two therapeutic methods. No significant difference was observed between posttest and follow-up scores (p>0.05), indicating the stability of the effects. Conclusion: Based on the findings, it can be concluded that both CBT and ACT can be used to reduce ROCD in women attending health centers, with no significant difference in the effectiveness of these therapeutic methods.
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A Qualitative Study of the Psychological Empowerment of Women with a Healthy Adult Mode(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۴, Serial Number ۲۳ (۲۰۲۴) Special Issue on Women Studies 114-123

کلیدواژه‌ها: Healthy Adult Psychological Empowerment Women schema mode Schema therapy

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Objective: The Healthy Adult mode is one of the primary modes in schema therapy, reflecting maturity, mental health, and good judgment. The present study aimed to qualitatively investigate the psychological empowerment of women with a Healthy Adult mode. Methods: This qualitative study was conducted using a phenomenological approach. Participants included women aged 20-40 from Isfahan Province in 2023, selected through purposive sampling based on inclusion criteria. Data were examined using semi-structured, in-depth interviews. Data saturation was achieved with 20 interviews. Data were analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step method. Findings: After interviewing women with a Healthy Adult mode and analyzing the data, 80 initial codes, 8 sub-themes, and 2 main themes were extracted. Coping and self-awareness were classified under the main themes, and self-compassion, self-regulation, problem-solving ability, mindfulness, developed social relationships, assertiveness, self-awareness, and the concept of a "good enough" parent were classified under the sub-themes. Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that Iranian women with a Healthy Adult mode have developed components of psychological empowerment. Ultimately, it is suggested that counseling centers and organizations use practical services based on the findings of this research to enhance the psychological empowerment and promote the adult state of personality in women.
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Social Capital and Participation of Elderly Woman Based on the Sport Acceptance(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۴, Serial Number ۲۳ (۲۰۲۴) Special Issue on Women Studies 235-245

کلیدواژه‌ها: subjective development Women Participation Social capital

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Objective: The present study was performed aiming to address the social capital and participation of elderly women based on the sport acceptance. Methods: The research method is applied and is a descriptive- survey research. The statistical population of the study includes the elderly women. 227 elderly women were selected as the sample size and simple probabilistic sampling method was used. Standard questionnaire was administered and SPSS and PLS were used for data analysis. Findings: The effect of cognitive social capital variable on the elderly women’s sport participation subjective development was 9.98, the effect of communication social capital on the subjective development of elderly was 2.71, the effect of structural social capital on the objective development of elderly women’s sport participation was 6.98 and effect of structural social capital on the subjective development of elderly women’s sport participation is 2.32 indicating that variables are influenced by each other. (p<0.05). Conclusion: according to the findings, increasing the social capital rate of elderly women is a promising y to enhance the participation of elderly women through sport participation. So, authorities and policy makers should plan and make policies in order to increase social capital as a variable affecting sport participation of elderly people.
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Exploring the Experiences of Women with OCD in Workplace: A Qualitative Study(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)

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منبع: Applied Family Therapy Journal, Vol. ۵ No. ۴, Serial Number ۲۳ (۲۰۲۴) Special Issue on Women Studies 252-261

کلیدواژه‌ها: ADHD Women professional settings workplace challenges Coping Strategies workplace support professional

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in women remains underexplored in occupational contexts, despite its significant impact on functioning and well-being. This study aims to explore the lived experiences of women with OCD in the workplace. Utilizing a qualitative, phenomenological approach, the research was conducted in Tehran, Iran. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 19 employed women formally diagnosed with OCD across diverse professional sectors. Sampling continued until theoretical saturation was achieved. Interview transcripts were analyzed thematically using NVivo software. Four core themes emerged: Workplace Challenges, Coping Mechanisms, Perceived Organizational Support, and Effects on Professional Identity. Participants reported challenges such as intrusive thoughts during tasks, compulsive checking behaviors, time-consuming rituals, perfectionism, and heightened anxiety in high-pressure environments. Coping mechanisms included cognitive-behavioral strategies, medication adherence, mindfulness practices, supportive routines, and seeking social or therapeutic support. Perceptions of organizational support ranged widely, with positive experiences linked to empathetic supervisors, mental health accommodations, and flexible work structures. OCD also influenced participants’ professional identity, contributing to both self-doubt and the recognition of strengths such as attention to detail, reliability, and conscientiousness. These findings underscore the necessity for workplace awareness, mental health inclusivity, and targeted interventions to support women with OCD. Creating supportive and stigma-free environments can enhance these employees’ job satisfaction, engagement, and career development