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Objective: This study employed an aims to evaluate the effectiveness of SST in enhancing the mental health of couples. Methods: In the quantitative section of this explanatory mixed-method design, a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design with a control group was utilized. The Mental Health Inventory-28 (MHI-28) by Basharat (2009) was employed to assess couples' mental health before and after the intervention. Data analysis was performed using SPSS22 software, and the findings indicated that SST significantly improved couples' mental health. In the qualitative section, semi-structured interviews were conducted with couples to examine their experiences with this type of therapy through descriptive phenomenology. Findings: According to the eta coefficient, SST accounted for 34% of the variance in the psychological well-being subscale and 17% in the psychological distress subscale, indicating large and medium effect sizes, respectively. The qualitative findings supported the quantitative results, highlighting positive changes such as improved emotional state, increased interest in life, a sense of calmness, feeling loved, hope for the future, and reduced stress and distress one month after the session. These changes aligned with the subscales and questions of the mental health questionnaire, serving as confirmation of the quantitative outcomes. Conclusion: Ultimately, this study emphasizes the importance of SST as an effective therapeutic tool for couples. The findings may be valuable for therapists and future researchers while encouraging clients to seek therapy.

This research was conducted to test the hypothesized mediation model of parental reflective functioning on the relationship between strength-based parenting and the behaviors that shape the academic lifestyle of adolescents, including both productive and unproductive ones. In this correlational research, 241 adolescents aged 12 to 18 years and their mothers who were selected using convenience sampling method participated. Adolescents responded to the Strength-Based Parenting Scale (Jach, Sun, Loton, Chin & Waters, 2018) and the Health-Oriented Academic Lifestyle Behavior Questionnaire (Salehzadeh, Shokri and Fatehabadi, 2016) and their mothers responded to the Reflective Parenting Functioning Questionnaire (Luyten, Mayes, Nijssens & Fonagy, 2017). The results indicated that the hypothesized model provided a good fit to the data. All the path coefficients between the observed variables (except for the direct effect of the pre-mentalization scale on the facilitating behaviors of the academic lifestyle) were statistically significant. They accounted for 17% and 22% of the variance in the scores of facilitators and inhibitors of the academic lifestyle, respectively, through strength-based parenting and reflective parenting. In sum, the results, consistent with the positions derived from the theory of ecological systems, showed that in the microsystem of parenting, reflection - as a metacognitive ability - is one of the mechanisms that through it, positive parenting behaviors or positive parenting, explains the possibility of the increase in the use of behavioral models that facilitate academic health and, of course, the decrease in referring to behavioral models that hinder academic health among adolescents

Objective: The main purpose of present study was to explain academic dishonesty among secondary school students in Eqlid based on problematic internet use, with mediating role of adaptive and maladaptive cognitive emotion regulation strategies. Method: This descriptive-correlational study used an availability sampling method with a sample of 385 secondary school students from Eqlid in 2024-2025. Data collection instruments included the Academic Dishonesty Questionnaire, Problematic Internet Use Questionnaire, and the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) along SPSS and Amos software packages. Results: The results of the present study confirmed a direct and positive effect of problematic internet use on academic dishonesty and maladaptive emotion regulation strategies (p<0/001, β =-0/538; p<0/001 β= - 0/308). Another finding indicated a direct and negative relationship between problematic internet use and adaptive emotion regulation strategies (p<0/001, β =-0/313). Overall, the findings suggest that problematic internet use enhances academic dishonesty in adolescents both directly and indirectly by weakening emotion regulation adaptive strategies and strengthening maladaptive ones. These results emphasize the necessity of considering the role of emotion regulation strategies in future preventative programs. Conclusions: With regard to the findings of this study, educational counselors and therapists should pay attention to the role of problematic internet use, as well as maladaptive cognitive emotion regulation strategies, in their interventions aimed at reducing academic dishonesty among students and adolescents. Furthermore, the necessity of teaching adaptive emotion regulation strategies to students, holds significant importance in this context.

Objective: The aim of the present study was to analyze the components of enhancing dyadic ego strength (facilitating the transition from "I-ness" to "We-ness" in marital relationships) specifically for married individuals. The research setting included all texts related to the concept of "We-ness." Methods: The method for selecting texts was purposive sampling from among the aforementioned texts or related constructs within the time frame of 2010 to 2025, based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The number of texts was determined according to the principle of data saturation. Data collection involved line-by-line analysis of texts based on questions relevant to the concept of "We-ness." The data obtained from the textual analysis were analyzed using the conventional content analysis method proposed by Hsieh and Shannon (2005). Findings: Content analysis of the texts revealed that dyadic ego consists of four key concepts: (1) essence (with sub-concepts of attention to marital union and dyadic identity); (2) dimensions of dyadic ego (with sub-concepts of cognitive, positive emotional, negative emotional, and behavioral aspects); (3) pathways to achieving dyadic ego (with sub-concepts of generative meaning of the marital bond, family values, and family goals); and (4) obstacles to achieving dyadic ego (with sub-concepts of individualism, lack of self-differentiation, and insecure attachment). Conclusion: Based on these findings, it can be concluded that dyadic ego is a mechanism that transforms the process of "I-ness" into "We-ness," and for its realization, couples must engage in pathways to attain it and overcome its obstacles.

  Objective: The present study aimed to propose Life-Based Therapy as a novel approach within the fields of positive psychology and psychotherapy. Life-Based Therapy, also known as Life Therapy, is a therapeutic method that addresses core issues related to one's Life. It emphasizes a deeper understanding of existence, passion for life, hope for the future, and overall longevity. The goal is to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and personal value by focusing on key life elements such as motivation, interest, desire, tension, fulfillment, attachment, love, passion, and well-being. Methods: This study employed a descriptive and exploratory research design. The statistical population consisted of theories, techniques, studies, and research conducted in the fields of psychotherapy and counseling. Life-Based Therapy was formulated and refined based on the author's extensive professional, academic, and consultative experience, incorporating relevant theories and existing research within the domain. Findings: Life Therapy provides a framework for understanding the complexities and challenges of life. It encourages individuals to view each moment as an opportunity for existence, growth, and self-realization. By forming a comprehensive picture of a client's life and its multiple domains, the therapist can help the client avoid inefficiencies and wasted time. The therapy supports individuals in defining various areas of life and actively working toward meaningful goals in each of those areas. Conclusion: Life-Based Therapy offers an innovative and structured approach to psychotherapy, focused on enhancing awareness and consciousness of life. It empowers individuals to adapt to life's challenges in a constructive and efficient manner. This method promotes purposeful living and aligns therapeutic intervention with the broader aim of achieving balance, passion, and fulfillment in all aspects of life.