A Prospective and Experimental Study on Efficacy of One-Day of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Mental Health Among University Students. a Psychological Capital Examine As Mediator to the Efficacy of ACT on Mental Health.

NCT06832462 | Active Not Recruiting DMC

• 2 other identifiers: UTMREC-2024-83Q.J130000.3853.31J93
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 134
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This prospective and experimental study examines the efficacy and feasibility of a one-day ACT intervention on mental health, psychological flexibility, and psychological capital among university students. Other than that, this study examines the mediator role of psychological capital in the mechanism through which Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) improves mental health issues among university students. Animation video efficacy will be examined to determine whether it helps in enhancing students' understanding of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The main questions it aims to answer are:-

• Participate in a one-day Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention.
• Answer questionnaires at four (4) different phases.
• Follow up after one month and answer survey questions about the effect of ACT on their mental health level.

Conditions

Mental Health (Depression); Mental Health Issues; Anxiety

Keywords

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); University student; Animation video efficacy

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• A one-day ACT intervention is effective in enhancing mental health

  The efficacy of ACT on mental health among university student will be measure by using Beck anxiety and Beck Depression Inventory pre and post of the intervention between intervention and waitlist group. We will compare the result (changes) between pre-intervention and post-intervention between waitlist and intervention. Effect size also will be calculated.

  Before and after participate the one-day acceptance and commitment therapy.

Secondary Outcomes (2)

• Psychological capital and psychological flexibility.

  Before and after participate the one-day acceptance and commitment therapy.

• Psychological flexibility mediates the mechanism through which ACT improves mental health issues among university students.

  Before and after participate the one-day acceptance and commitment therapy.

Other Outcomes (2)

• Video presentations are effective in improving understanding of the ACT concepts.

  Before and after participate the one-day acceptance and commitment therapy.

• A one-day ACT intervention is feasible to be implemented in enhancing mental health and psychological capital among university students

  After participate a one-day acceptance and commitment therapy

Study Arms (2)

Intervention

EXPERIMENTAL

This group will receive one-day Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The therapy include 4 sessions that explain and guide participants to understand the concept of ACT and apply in their daily life for the purpose of enhancing good mental health.

Behavioral: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Waitlist Group

OTHER

After one month, the waitlist group will receive the same intervention to ensure the result of efficacy of one-day acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in the intervention group can be compared with the waitlist group.

Behavioral: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Interventions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy BEHAVIORAL

A one-day Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) will be held with three (3) sessions. The sessions start with ice breaking, and follow by, The first session will build a therapeutic relationship and icebreaking, using animated video (unwanted guest) presentations to explain how ACT can help manage issues. The second session will focus on acceptance and defusion concepts, emphasizing the importance of letting go of unproductive emotion-control techniques by using animated video (response ability) The third session, 'Show Up', will increase awareness of undesirable thoughts and feelings through structured mindfulness exercises and observing surroundings. The therapist will explain the metaphor of dropping the anchor and emphasize the

Intervention; Waitlist Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Local Malaysian Students
• years old and above
• Students who score moderate and above for Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) during screening phase.

You may not qualify if:

• International students
• Those who received or are undergoing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Those who have psychosis

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Universiti Teknologi Malaysia: lead

Study Sites (1)

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Johor Bahru, Johor, 81310, Malaysia

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Psychological Well-Being; Depression; Anxiety Disorders

Interventions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Personal Satisfaction; Behavior; Behavioral Symptoms; Mental Disorders

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Behavior Therapy; Psychotherapy; Behavioral Disciplines and Activities

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Postgraduate Student

Model Details: There are two group: intervention and waitlist (control)

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: February 13, 2025
• First Posted: February 18, 2025
• Study Start: March 1, 2024
• Primary Completion: September 30, 2025
• Study Completion: February 28, 2026
• Last Updated: February 18, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-02

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

MY (1)