ACT for Lupus: Pilot Feasibility and Acceptability Study of a Novel Web-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Program for Patients With Lupus.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) has demonstrated effectiveness in addressing symptoms of anxiety and depression, frequently experienced by patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The goal of this pilot study was to develop and assess the feasibility and acceptability of a novel web-based ACT skills training program tailored for patients with lupus: ACT for Lupus. The program served as a complementary approach to support the management of symptoms and stressors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods

This study employed a single-group pretest-posttest design. Participants with a diagnosis of SLE were primarily recruited through an institutional healthcare system between November 25, 2020 and December 17, 2020 and through an online national lupus orga

SUBMITTER: McCormick EM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9274337 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature