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Abdoli Kotiyani S, Homaei R, Jayervand H, Bavi S. Effectiveness of an Attachment-based Family Program on Emotional Awareness and Social Desirability in High School Students. PCP 2025; 13 (4) :309-318
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1- Department of Psychology, Ahv.C., Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz, Iran.
2- Department of Psychology, Ahv.C., Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz, Iran. ,drhomaei@iau.ac.ir
3- Department of Psychology, Il.C., Islamic Azad University, Ilam, Iran.
2- Department of Psychology, Ahv.C., Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz, Iran. ,
3- Department of Psychology, Il.C., Islamic Azad University, Ilam, Iran.
Abstract: (71 Views)
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of an attachment-based family program in enhancing emotional awareness and social desirability among male high school students.
Methods: A quasi-experimental design, incorporating pre-test, post-test, and follow-up assessments with a control group, was employed. The study population comprised all male second-grade high school students in Karun County, Iran, during the 2023-2024 academic year. Through purposive sampling, 30 eligible students exhibiting low emotional awareness and social desirability were selected and subsequently randomized into an experimental group (n=15) or a control group (n=15). The experimental group participated in an 11-session attachment-based family program, carefully designed to enhance family dynamics, communication, and emotional regulation. Data were collected using the emotional awareness questionnaire (EAQ-30) and social desirability scale (SDS). For data analysis, SPSS software, version 27 was utilized, primarily employing mixed-model analysis of variance with repeated measures.
Results: The findings revealed significant improvements in both emotional awareness and social desirability within the experimental group at post-test and follow-up stages compared to the control group (P<0.001).
Conclusion: These results suggest that attachment-based family programs are an effective intervention for promoting emotional awareness and social desirability in adolescents. Consequently, its implementation in family counseling settings is supported, offering a valuable strategy to mitigate common adolescent challenges.
Methods: A quasi-experimental design, incorporating pre-test, post-test, and follow-up assessments with a control group, was employed. The study population comprised all male second-grade high school students in Karun County, Iran, during the 2023-2024 academic year. Through purposive sampling, 30 eligible students exhibiting low emotional awareness and social desirability were selected and subsequently randomized into an experimental group (n=15) or a control group (n=15). The experimental group participated in an 11-session attachment-based family program, carefully designed to enhance family dynamics, communication, and emotional regulation. Data were collected using the emotional awareness questionnaire (EAQ-30) and social desirability scale (SDS). For data analysis, SPSS software, version 27 was utilized, primarily employing mixed-model analysis of variance with repeated measures.
Results: The findings revealed significant improvements in both emotional awareness and social desirability within the experimental group at post-test and follow-up stages compared to the control group (P<0.001).
Conclusion: These results suggest that attachment-based family programs are an effective intervention for promoting emotional awareness and social desirability in adolescents. Consequently, its implementation in family counseling settings is supported, offering a valuable strategy to mitigate common adolescent challenges.
Type of Study: Original Research Article |
Subject:
Family and group therapy
Received: 2025/05/17 | Accepted: 2025/09/21 | Published: 2025/10/1
Received: 2025/05/17 | Accepted: 2025/09/21 | Published: 2025/10/1
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