FaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622Cognitive Reappraisal as a Mechanism of Change: How Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Reduces Anxiety Sensitivity in Young Men?Cognitive Reappraisal as a Mechanism of Change: How Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Reduces Anxiety Sensitivity in Young Men?11323577910.22034/rip.2025.559290.1118FAZahraSaediMSc. in Clinical Psychology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran0009-0002-7805-6488FatemehKarimiMSc. in General Psychology, Ramhormoz Branch, Islamic Azad University,, Ramhormoz, Iran0009-0001-6069-0897ShaghayeghNematiMSc. in General Psychology, Jahad Daneshgahi Higher Education Institute of Khuzestan, Ahvaz, Iran0009-0006-3177-4721FatemehJoneydiepourMSc. in Clinical Psychology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran0009-0003-4767-1469MahdiAmiriAssistant Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran0000-0002-4002-1290Journal Article20251111Although Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has been shown to effectively reduce anxiety symptoms, the specific psychological mechanisms underlying this change require further investigation. The present study sought to determine whether MBSR can reduce anxiety sensitivity in young men by enhancing cognitive reappraisal. Using a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test assessments and a waitlist control group, thirty male university students were selected through purposive sampling and randomly assigned to two groups. The experimental group received an eight‑session MBSR intervention consisting of weekly 90-minute sessions. All participants completed the Anxiety Sensitivity Index--Revised (ASI-R) and the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ). Multivariate analysis of covariance indicated that, compared to the control group, the experimental group showed significant reductions in physical and cognitive concerns related to anxiety sensitivity, as well as a significant increase in cognitive reappraisal. Mediation analysis further demonstrated that cognitive reappraisal functioned as a key mechanism explaining how the MBSR intervention reduced cognitive anxiety concerns. These findings suggest that incorporating cognitive reappraisal strategies into mindfulness‑based interventions may enhance outcomes related to anxiety‑related cognitive processes in young men.Although Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has been shown to effectively reduce anxiety symptoms, the specific psychological mechanisms underlying this change require further investigation. The present study sought to determine whether MBSR can reduce anxiety sensitivity in young men by enhancing cognitive reappraisal. Using a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test assessments and a waitlist control group, thirty male university students were selected through purposive sampling and randomly assigned to two groups. The experimental group received an eight‑session MBSR intervention consisting of weekly 90-minute sessions. All participants completed the Anxiety Sensitivity Index--Revised (ASI-R) and the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ). Multivariate analysis of covariance indicated that, compared to the control group, the experimental group showed significant reductions in physical and cognitive concerns related to anxiety sensitivity, as well as a significant increase in cognitive reappraisal. Mediation analysis further demonstrated that cognitive reappraisal functioned as a key mechanism explaining how the MBSR intervention reduced cognitive anxiety concerns. These findings suggest that incorporating cognitive reappraisal strategies into mindfulness‑based interventions may enhance outcomes related to anxiety‑related cognitive processes in young men.https://www.recentpsy.com/article_235779_b634008ff85ae010ee573dcc58e4d8db.pdfFaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622Prediction of Emotion Regulation Strategies Based on Negative Automatic Thoughts with the Mediating Role of Positive Affect in Pregnant Women in YasujPrediction of Emotion Regulation Strategies Based on Negative Automatic Thoughts with the Mediating Role of Positive Affect in Pregnant Women in Yasuj22413610.22034/rip.2025.526054.1104FAZahedehRahmanianAssistant Professor, Department of Psychology and Counselling, Farhangian University, Tehran, Iran0000-0002-0471-9691FatemehPanahi FarMSc. in Clinical Psychology, Yasuj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Yasuj, IranJournal Article20250525The aim of this study was to predict emotion regulation strategies based on negative automatic thoughts, with the mediating role of positive affect. Using a correlational design, 200 pregnant women in Yasuj(a city in Iran) were selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire (ATQ), the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS), and the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ). Regression analysis revealed that negative automatic thoughts significantly reduced positive affect (P < 0.01). Furthermore, positive affect significantly predicted both adaptive and maladaptive emotion regulation strategies (P < 0.05). While negative thoughts were associated with both types of strategies, their relationship with maladaptive strategies was stronger. In multiple regression analyses, positive affect emerged as a predictor of adaptive strategies, whereas negative thoughts predicted maladaptive strategies (P < 0.01). However, the Sobel test indicated that positive affect did not significantly mediate the relationship between negative thoughts and maladaptive strategies (P > 0.05), but it did mediate the relationship between negative thoughts and adaptive emotion regulation strategies (P < 0.01). These findings highlight the importance of managing negative thoughts in enhancing emotional regulation and suggest that boosting positive affect may help improve adaptive regulation strategies by reducing negative automatic thinking.The aim of this study was to predict emotion regulation strategies based on negative automatic thoughts, with the mediating role of positive affect. Using a correlational design, 200 pregnant women in Yasuj(a city in Iran) were selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire (ATQ), the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS), and the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ). Regression analysis revealed that negative automatic thoughts significantly reduced positive affect (P < 0.01). Furthermore, positive affect significantly predicted both adaptive and maladaptive emotion regulation strategies (P < 0.05). While negative thoughts were associated with both types of strategies, their relationship with maladaptive strategies was stronger. In multiple regression analyses, positive affect emerged as a predictor of adaptive strategies, whereas negative thoughts predicted maladaptive strategies (P < 0.01). However, the Sobel test indicated that positive affect did not significantly mediate the relationship between negative thoughts and maladaptive strategies (P > 0.05), but it did mediate the relationship between negative thoughts and adaptive emotion regulation strategies (P < 0.01). These findings highlight the importance of managing negative thoughts in enhancing emotional regulation and suggest that boosting positive affect may help improve adaptive regulation strategies by reducing negative automatic thinking.FaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622The Structural Model of Eating Disorders Based on Attachment Styles with the Mediating Role of Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Employed WomenThe Structural Model of Eating Disorders Based on Attachment Styles with the Mediating Role of Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Employed Women22520810.22034/rip.2025.525837.1105FAMahboobehAmeriMSc. in Clinical Psychology, Qom Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran0009-0009-7591-7802ShadiMoghadamPh.D. in General Psychology, Department of clinical and health Psychology, Arak Branch, Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran0000-0003-0653-9309BaharehHeidarinezhadMSc. in Clinical Psychology, Qom Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran0000-0001-6939-3533Journal Article20250602The present study aimed to examine the structural model of eating disorders based on attachment styles with the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation in employed women. The research method was correlational, and the statistical population consisted of employed women in hospitals in Hashtgerd city in 2023. A non-random convenience sample of 185 women was selected, and they completed the Eating Disorder Diagnostic Scale (EDDS), the Revised Adult Attachment Scale (RAAS), and the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ). Ambivalent attachment had both a direct (β = 0.30) and an indirect (β = 0.043) effect on eating disorders. Secure attachment only had an indirect effect on eating disorders (β = -0.091). The research model demonstrated good fit, and the predictor variables explained 31% of the variance in eating disorders. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that attachment styles, with the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation, are effective in predicting eating disorders in employed women. The results of this study can be utilized by mental health professionals in the prevention and treatment of eating disorders.The present study aimed to examine the structural model of eating disorders based on attachment styles with the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation in employed women. The research method was correlational, and the statistical population consisted of employed women in hospitals in Hashtgerd city in 2023. A non-random convenience sample of 185 women was selected, and they completed the Eating Disorder Diagnostic Scale (EDDS), the Revised Adult Attachment Scale (RAAS), and the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ). Ambivalent attachment had both a direct (β = 0.30) and an indirect (β = 0.043) effect on eating disorders. Secure attachment only had an indirect effect on eating disorders (β = -0.091). The research model demonstrated good fit, and the predictor variables explained 31% of the variance in eating disorders. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that attachment styles, with the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation, are effective in predicting eating disorders in employed women. The results of this study can be utilized by mental health professionals in the prevention and treatment of eating disorders.FaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622The Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Psychosomatic Symptoms and Health Anxiety in Women with Physical IllnessesThe Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Psychosomatic Symptoms and Health Anxiety in Women with Physical Illnesses22521610.22034/rip.2025.529244.1107FAMohsenShakerinasabPhD. in Psychology, Department of Psychology, Bojnourd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Bojnourd , Iran0000-0002-8578-4048NadiaShirzadehPhD. Student in Psychology, Sari Branch, Islamic Azad University, Sari, Iran0009-0003-2182-2206SakinehYousefiMSc. in General Psychology, South Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran0009-0002-1751-4633MostafaParsanejadMSc. in General Psychology, Shahrood Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrood, Iran0000-0003-4387-9679AliVahediMSc. in General Psychology, BandarGaz Branch, Islamic Azad University, BandarGaz , Iran0009-0008-3947-7240NoushinGhanbariMSc. in Family Counseling, Bojnord University of Bojnord , Iran0009-0002-5633-1223Journal Article20250610The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on psychosomatic symptoms and health anxiety in women with physical illnesses. This quasi-experimental research followed a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The statistical population consisted of women with psychosomatic symptoms and physical complaints (cardiovascular and gastrointestinal) who visited public healthcare centers in Mashhad in 2023. The study sample included 30 patients selected through purposive sampling and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups (15 participants each). The research instruments were the Psychosomatic Complaints Scale (PCS) and the Health Anxiety Inventory (HAI-18). The experimental group underwent an 8-session ACT intervention (90 minutes per session, held weekly). Multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) revealed a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in psychosomatic symptoms and health anxiety (P < 0.05). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy was effective in reducing psychosomatic symptoms (η² = 0.80) and health anxiety (η² = 0.37). Overall, given the positive effects of ACT in alleviating psychosomatic symptoms and health anxiety in women with physical illnesses, this approach is recommended for psychologists and psychotherapists in the healthcare field.The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on psychosomatic symptoms and health anxiety in women with physical illnesses. This quasi-experimental research followed a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The statistical population consisted of women with psychosomatic symptoms and physical complaints (cardiovascular and gastrointestinal) who visited public healthcare centers in Mashhad in 2023. The study sample included 30 patients selected through purposive sampling and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups (15 participants each). The research instruments were the Psychosomatic Complaints Scale (PCS) and the Health Anxiety Inventory (HAI-18). The experimental group underwent an 8-session ACT intervention (90 minutes per session, held weekly). Multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) revealed a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in psychosomatic symptoms and health anxiety (P < 0.05). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy was effective in reducing psychosomatic symptoms (η² = 0.80) and health anxiety (η² = 0.37). Overall, given the positive effects of ACT in alleviating psychosomatic symptoms and health anxiety in women with physical illnesses, this approach is recommended for psychologists and psychotherapists in the healthcare field.FaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622The Role of Emotion Regulation Difficulties, Forecasting, and Personal Values in Predicting Fear of Loneliness among University Students with Dependent Personality Disorder TraitsThe Role of Emotion Regulation Difficulties, Forecasting, and Personal Values in Predicting Fear of Loneliness among University Students with Dependent Personality Disorder Traits23301910.22034/rip.2025.544568.1109FAHaniyehBabaiMSc. in General Psychology, Urmia Branch, Islamic Azad University, Urmia , Iran0009-0007-9083-7208AliShaker DioulaghAssociate Professor, Urmia Branch, Islamic Azad University, Urmia, Iran0009-0004-0238-2396Journal Article20250901The present study aimed to investigate the role of emotion regulation difficulties, forecasting, and personal values in predicting the fear of loneliness among university students with dependent personality disorder traits. A sample of 135 students from Islamic Azad University, Urmia Branch, who were identified as having dependent personality disorder traits based on the Dependent Personality Inventory-Revised (DPI-R), was selected via convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Student Loneliness Feeling Scale (SLFS), the Schwartz Value Survey (SVS), the Future-Orientation Questionnaire (FOQ), and the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS). The results indicated a significant positive correlation between fear of loneliness and emotion regulation difficulties (p < .05), and significant negative correlations between fear of loneliness and both forecasting and personal values (p < .05). Regression analysis further revealed that emotion regulation difficulties, forecasting, and personal values collectively accounted for 68% of the variance in predicting fear of loneliness. Forecasting was found to have a greater share in predicting the criterion variable. The findings of this study suggest that forecasting, personal values, and emotion regulation difficulties have a significant impact on the fear of loneliness in students with dependent personality disorder traits<span dir="RTL" lang="FA">.</span>The present study aimed to investigate the role of emotion regulation difficulties, forecasting, and personal values in predicting the fear of loneliness among university students with dependent personality disorder traits. A sample of 135 students from Islamic Azad University, Urmia Branch, who were identified as having dependent personality disorder traits based on the Dependent Personality Inventory-Revised (DPI-R), was selected via convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Student Loneliness Feeling Scale (SLFS), the Schwartz Value Survey (SVS), the Future-Orientation Questionnaire (FOQ), and the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS). The results indicated a significant positive correlation between fear of loneliness and emotion regulation difficulties (p < .05), and significant negative correlations between fear of loneliness and both forecasting and personal values (p < .05). Regression analysis further revealed that emotion regulation difficulties, forecasting, and personal values collectively accounted for 68% of the variance in predicting fear of loneliness. Forecasting was found to have a greater share in predicting the criterion variable. The findings of this study suggest that forecasting, personal values, and emotion regulation difficulties have a significant impact on the fear of loneliness in students with dependent personality disorder traits<span dir="RTL" lang="FA">.</span>FaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622Relationship between Neuroticism and Neuropsychological Function and Risky Driving BehaviorsRelationship between Neuroticism and Neuropsychological Function and Risky Driving Behaviors23469410.22034/rip.2025.552005.1115FAHossein AliMohammadiPh.D. in Health Psychology, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad , Iran0000-0002-6287-5262FatemehJafariMSc. in General Psychology, Zarrinshahr Branch,, Payeme Noor University, Zarrinshahr, Iran0009-0007-9436-0291SomayehAbolghasemiPh.D. Student in Psychology, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad , Iran0009-0002-0264-8014TayyebehJafariPh.D. Student in Psychology, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad , Iran0000-0001-9090-8159Journal Article20251008Risky driving behaviors and the significant role of human factors in road accidents represent an important public health concern. This study investigated the relationship between neuroticism and neuropsychological functioning (frontal and temporal lobes, and basal ganglia) with risky driving behaviors among heavy vehicle drivers. A descriptive-correlational design was employed. The study population included truck-trailer and bus drivers attending driver health certificate service centers and vehicle inspection facilities in Najafabad (a city in Iran). Using cluster sampling, 100 participants were selected based on inclusion criteria. Data were collected through the Manchester Driving Behavior Questionnaire (DBQ), the NEO Five-Factor Inventory (NEO-FFI), and the Behavioral Inhibition/Activation Systems Questionnaire (BIS/BAS). Neuroticism was significantly and positively associated with risky driving behaviors (P < 0.05). Neuropsychological characteristics of the frontal and temporal lobes and basal ganglia showed strong correlations with risky driving, particularly in slips and errors. The correlation coefficient between personality traits and risky driving behaviors was r = 0.75, while the correlation with neuropsychological characteristics was r = 0.68. Preventive and intervention strategies aimed at modifying and improving driving behaviors are essential. Enhancing drivers’ personality and neuropsychological attributes may reduce risky driving and contribute to road safety.Risky driving behaviors and the significant role of human factors in road accidents represent an important public health concern. This study investigated the relationship between neuroticism and neuropsychological functioning (frontal and temporal lobes, and basal ganglia) with risky driving behaviors among heavy vehicle drivers. A descriptive-correlational design was employed. The study population included truck-trailer and bus drivers attending driver health certificate service centers and vehicle inspection facilities in Najafabad (a city in Iran). Using cluster sampling, 100 participants were selected based on inclusion criteria. Data were collected through the Manchester Driving Behavior Questionnaire (DBQ), the NEO Five-Factor Inventory (NEO-FFI), and the Behavioral Inhibition/Activation Systems Questionnaire (BIS/BAS). Neuroticism was significantly and positively associated with risky driving behaviors (P < 0.05). Neuropsychological characteristics of the frontal and temporal lobes and basal ganglia showed strong correlations with risky driving, particularly in slips and errors. The correlation coefficient between personality traits and risky driving behaviors was r = 0.75, while the correlation with neuropsychological characteristics was r = 0.68. Preventive and intervention strategies aimed at modifying and improving driving behaviors are essential. Enhancing drivers’ personality and neuropsychological attributes may reduce risky driving and contribute to road safety.FaraAngizesh PublicationRecent Innovations in Psychology3041-89683320260622The Effectiveness of Time Management Training in Reducing Social Media Addiction and Learning Anxiety among StudentsThe Effectiveness of Time Management Training in Reducing Social Media Addiction and Learning Anxiety among Students23527010.22034/rip.2025.555683.1116FAZobairSamimiAssistant Professor Department of Educational Sciences and Educational Technology, International University of Chabahar, Chabahar, Iran0000-0002-9388-2318BelqisBibakMSc. of Educational Technology, International University of Chabahar, Chabahar, Iran0009-0004-4646-6604Journal Article20251026The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of time management training in reducing social media addiction and learning anxiety among lower secondary school students. This research employed a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test measures and a control group. The statistical population consisted of female lower secondary school students in Konarak County (in Iran) during the 2024–2025 academic year. A total of 30 students were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. The experimental group received time management training across ten 45-minute sessions (once per week). All participants were assessed before and after the intervention using the Achievement Emotions Questionnaire (AEQ), and the Addiction to Mobile Questionnaire Based on Social Networks (AMQ-SN). Analysis of covariance revealed that time management training significantly reduced learning anxiety and social media addiction in the experimental group (P < 0.01). Based on these findings, time management training can be utilized as an effective approach to improve learning anxiety and mitigate social media addiction among students.The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of time management training in reducing social media addiction and learning anxiety among lower secondary school students. This research employed a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test measures and a control group. The statistical population consisted of female lower secondary school students in Konarak County (in Iran) during the 2024–2025 academic year. A total of 30 students were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. The experimental group received time management training across ten 45-minute sessions (once per week). All participants were assessed before and after the intervention using the Achievement Emotions Questionnaire (AEQ), and the Addiction to Mobile Questionnaire Based on Social Networks (AMQ-SN). Analysis of covariance revealed that time management training significantly reduced learning anxiety and social media addiction in the experimental group (P < 0.01). Based on these findings, time management training can be utilized as an effective approach to improve learning anxiety and mitigate social media addiction among students.