The Influence of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Self-Control, Mental Health, and Mindfulness in Women Affected by Intimate Partner Violence

This study aimed to investigate the impact of cognitive behavioral therapy on self-control, mental health, and mindfulness among women experiencing intimate partner violence. The research utilized a semi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test assessments, including a control group. The sample consisted of married women seeking support at the Andisheh Sabz Center in Qom in 1401, with 30 participants selected through convenience sampling and divided equally into two groups. Data collection involved demographic information and self-report questionnaires on self-control, mental health, and mindfulness. The experimental group received 12 weekly one-hour sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy. Data analysis included descriptive statistics and repeated measures analysis of variance. The results revealed significant improvements in self-control, mental health, and mindfulness among participants in the intervention group compared to the control group post-intervention (P<0.05). This study underscores the potential benefits of cognitive behavioral therapy in enhancing self-control, mental health, and mindfulness for women impacted by intimate partner violence.