Psychological flexibility refers to a way of interacting with internal experiences and the
external environment that advances one toward chosen values whereas psychological …

Abstract Background Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) negatively influences mental and
physical quality of life (QoL), but factors that explain this impact are still unclear. Increasing …

The current goal of treatment in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) focuses primarily on symptom
management and attempts to improve quality of life. Several treatments are at the disposal of …

Background The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy and proposed processes of
change of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in improving the outcomes of irritable …

The aim of the current study was to use Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) to examine
whether psychological flexibility (ie mindfulness, acceptance, valued-living) mediates the …

Abstract Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder
characterised by unpredictable bowel symptoms. These can be difficult to manage …

Abstract Background Acceptance and Commitment Therapy has not been evaluated for
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) to date. However, recent …

Experiential avoidance, defined as attempts to control or change unwanted internal
experiences when doing so causes harm, has been consistently associated with physical …

Dance places significant physical and cognitive demands on both students and
professionals. These demands increase dancers' susceptibility to a variety of problems …

Background Chronic abdominal pain carries a substantial health care burden but little is
known about best practices for it management across ambulatory, hospital, and emergency …