A meta‐analysis of the relationship between rational beliefs and psychological distress

Oltean, Horea-Radu; David, Daniel

doi:10.1002/jclp.22562

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“…This group of irrational beliefs reveals absolutist ways of thinking and cause emotional distress. This data is in line with meta-analysis study of Oltean and David ( 2018 ) that identified an average negative correlation between rational beliefs (related to preferences, non-catastrophizing of events, high tolerance for frustration, and acceptance of oneself, others/life) and psychological distress. Unconditional acceptance of self, others, and/or life play a central role as a protective factor against mental disorders, regardless of age or gender.…”

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“…On the other hand, those who received Psychoeducation became more apt to recognize and question traditional beliefs that used to conflict with the exercise of their legitimate rights. A more flexible thinking can contribute to reduce suffering (Crum, 2019 ; Oltean & David, 2018 ). The knowledge of their own beliefs and feelings (REBT group) and interpersonal rights (Psychoeducational group) contributed to the improvement of assertive behavior.…”

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“…REBT understands assertiveness deficits as consequences of the activation of irrational beliefs (IB). Assertive people think more flexibly, and their rational beliefs expresses preferences, realistic assessments of adversity, tolerance to frustration and unconditional self-acceptance and acceptance of others and of life itself (Oltean & David, 2018 ; Rangé et al, 2019 ).…”

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Assertive skills: a comparison of two group interventions with Brazilian university students

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Padovani

2021

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The improvement or acquisition of socioemotional skills contributes to the academic and personal adaptation of university students. The way students think about themselves and others influence their social skills and well-being. Considering the importance of social competence for professional practice in the face of new social realities, the university must invest in programs that promote the socio-emotional development of students. This study compared the effects of interventions based on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Psychoeducation on assertive skills and subjective well-being. This study involved 25 undergraduate students of a public university. The students were randomly allocated to three groups, including the Control group, and they were evaluated by means of questionnaires, inventories, scales, and written evaluation of the group process. The program consisted of 10 meetings and a 6-week follow-up. Irrational beliefs were reduced and their assertive skills’ scores increased in the post-intervention and follow-up evaluations, regardless of the group. Only verbal reports from participants indicated an increase in well-being. The students’ written reports after the end of the meetings indicate that the two forms of intervention were evaluated as promoting change by the students. One of the limitations of the study is the size of the groups. Despite the very small sample size, the study highlights that developing a set of flexible beliefs is fundamental to the exercise of assertiveness.

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Assertive skills: a comparison of two group interventions with Brazilian university students

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Padovani

2021

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“…Therefore, the results of the present study may be seen as offering a way to bridge the gap between the fields of clinical and positive psychology. Given the fact that rational beliefs are negatively associated with negative mental health states (David, ; Hyland, Maguire, et al, ; Oltean & David, in press) and, at same time, are positively associated with positive mental health states such as happiness and optimism, clinical work could potentially be simplified by focusing attention on rational beliefs, and thereby modulating positive and negative emotions simultaneously.…”

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Rational beliefs, happiness and optimism: An empirical assessment of REBT's model of psychological health

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This study sought to test the validity of the psychological health model of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT). Specifically, this study sought to investigate if rational beliefs were associated with happiness and optimism. A multinational sample of 397 university students completed self-report measures of rational beliefs, happiness and optimism. Structural equation modelling (SEM) was used in order to test the validity of the REBT model of psychological health. The result of the SEM analysis provided empirical support for REBT's psychological health model of happiness and optimism. The model as a whole explained 33% of variance in levels of happiness and 40% of variance in levels of optimism. Self-acceptance beliefs were positively and directly associated with happiness and optimism. Preference beliefs were positively and indirectly associated with happiness and optimism via self-acceptance beliefs. REBT may offer a viable psychotherapeutic method to not only alleviate psychological distress, but also build positive emotion. Current findings may help to bridge the divide between the fields of positive psychology and clinical psychology.

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“…and populations (David et al, 2005). Results of recent meta-analysis related to the relationship between both irrational and rational beliefs and psychological distress show a positive correlation between irrational beliefs and various types of psychological distress such as anxiety, depression, general distress, anger, and guilt (Vîsla et al, 2016), and a negative association between rational beliefs and psychological distress, with the strongest association being for unconditional acceptance beliefs (Oltean and David, 2018). A thorough review and meta-analysis of REBT over the last 50 years demonstrates the efficacy and effectiveness of REBT interventions in the format of psychotherapy, psychoeducation, or counseling for various conditions regardless of age, clinical status, and delivery format (David et al, 2018).…”

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Optimal Sense-Making and Resilience in Times of Pandemic: Integrating Rationality and Meaning in Psychotherapy

Russo‐Netzer

Ameli

2021

Front. Psychol.

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The global COVID-19 pandemic has triggered a wide variety of psychological crises worldwide. In order to respond rapidly and efficiently to the complex challenges, mental health professionals are required to adopt a multidimensional and integrative view. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) founded by Albert Ellis promotes rationality and self-acceptance. Logotherapy, pioneered by Viktor Frankl potentiates meaning and resilience. Both approaches are complementary and mutually enriching. The goal of this paper is to propose an integrative model of “optimal sense-making,” a concept that combines both rationality and meaning, as well as the role of self-transcendence and healthy negative emotions. The model offers a theoretical and clinical foundation for efficient and effective psychological intervention plans for those affected by the pandemic. Along with theoretical background, illustrating case studies are presented to support potential application of the integrative model to affected individuals as well as the work of first-line health professionals during these times of pandemic. Implications are considered for utilizing theoretical and applied insights from the model to cultivate resilience in face of adversity and suffering.

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A meta‐analysis of the relationship between rational beliefs and psychological distress

Cited by 35 publications

References 27 publications

Assertive skills: a comparison of two group interventions with Brazilian university students

Assertive skills: a comparison of two group interventions with Brazilian university students

Rational beliefs, happiness and optimism: An empirical assessment of REBT's model of psychological health

Optimal Sense-Making and Resilience in Times of Pandemic: Integrating Rationality and Meaning in Psychotherapy

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