More than one way to say I love you: An Internet-based intervention for training flexible thinking in romantic relationships.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study developed and pilot-tested an adaptation of Cognitive Bias Modification (CBM) to target two aspects of relational flexibility in couples: the ability to generate alternative perspectives, and the ability to respond nondefensively when alternative partner perspectives are raised within challenging relationship situations (referred to as flexibility in partner perspectives).

Methods

CBM-FlexC training materials were developed in Phase 1, and expert users (N = 4) and end-point users (N = 7) provided qualitative feedback. Feasibility and preliminary efficacy of CBM-FlexC were evaluated in Phase 2, using an online sample of distressed couples (N = 18). Using a multiple baseline design, participants completed three baseline assessments, six CBM-FlexC sessions

SUBMITTER: Silverman AL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10010943 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature