shahrooz nemati; rahim badri; Mohammad Arshadtaleshmekaeil
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The purpose of this research was to systematic examination and present a meta-combination of the research related to the third kind of socio-emotional learning for elementary students with a specific learning disability. The study was qualitative using a meta-combination with synthesis study approach. ...
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The purpose of this research was to systematic examination and present a meta-combination of the research related to the third kind of socio-emotional learning for elementary students with a specific learning disability. The study was qualitative using a meta-combination with synthesis study approach. The needed data were collected through a search of keywords of socio-emotional learning, specific learning disability, a neuro-developmental disorder in the library resources, theses, and the articles existing in the databases of ERIC, Google Scholars, PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Springer, Magiran, Irandoc during 1990-2021. In order to search for the information in the Iranian and foreign databases was used both in separation and in combination. The theoretical bases and the main and combination concepts were extracted, and the concept was analyzed and classified. The results of the examination and analysis of the studies and research showed that the intervention program of the third kind of socio-emotional learning was effective in the fields of psychological problems and disorders. The findings of this research by identifying the nature of the intervention program of the third kind of socio-emotional learning show that regarding the existing theoretical and experimental, this idea could be proposed as an instructional package for the students with a specific learning disability.
shahrooz nemati; rahim badri; shahram ,vahedi; Niloufar Broumandzadeh
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Specific learning disability is a neurodevelopmental disorder that was considered from a positive psychology approach in recent years. The aim of the current research was to draw a concept map of positive psychology constructs in specific learning disability. The research design was a systematic review ...
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Specific learning disability is a neurodevelopmental disorder that was considered from a positive psychology approach in recent years. The aim of the current research was to draw a concept map of positive psychology constructs in specific learning disability. The research design was a systematic review study. Through the PRISMA model, research findings related to the variables of positive psychology constructs in specific learning disability will be examined. In the same vein a systematic review study method with the use of positive psychology keywords and specific learning disability, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, positive thinking, optimistic, resilience, hope, Gratitude, well-being, positive relationships, strengths, satisfaction, hardiness, mindfulness, positive emotion from the web the Data (Pubmed, Eric, Scopus, Sid, Irandoc, Noormags, Ebsco, Science Direct, Pro Quest, Springer), was conducted in accordance with research objectives to executed current study. The findings of this study showed that positive psychology constructs including psychological well-being, resilience, optimism, mental health, quality of life, Happiness, hope, life satisfaction, gratitude, and spirituality are the most effective keywords in the co-occurrence network and positive psychology projects have emphasized on mentioned constructs. Research evidence expresses that reinforcement and recovery of positive psychology constructs can be useful for students with a specific learning disability. This study was indicating the importance of positive psychology constructs in specific learning disorders, thus recommending achieving better results in specific learning disorders merge evidence-based and research activities with clinical and treatment activities.
zakiehe najarian; shahram ,vahedi; touraj hashemi; rahim badri
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The purpose of the present study was to develop a Affective working memory-based education package and to investigate the effectiveness of this package in improving the cognitive-emotional dimensions of learning for students with the specific learning disability of mathematical disorder. The present ...
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The purpose of the present study was to develop a Affective working memory-based education package and to investigate the effectiveness of this package in improving the cognitive-emotional dimensions of learning for students with the specific learning disability of mathematical disorder. The present study was a semi-experimental pre-test and post-test design on experimental and control groups. The statistical population of the research included all the male and female students with the specific learning disability with mathematical disorder who visited the elementary schools of learning disabilities in Isfahan in the academic year 2021-2022. Within this context, 30 students were selected purposefully and divided randomly into two experimental and control groups. The experimental group received 14 sessions for 60 minutes of Affective rehabilitation intervention based on working memory. Before and after the training, the subjects responded to the problem-solving researcher-made questionnaire, Numerical Stroop Test of John Ridley (1935), Mathematics Attitude Scale of Aiken (1971), and Mathematics Anxiety Scale of Chiu and Henry (1990). The results of covariance analysis demonstrated that training based on affective working memory was effective and significant in problem-solving skills and reducing cognitive inhibition ,the attitude towards mathematics and reducing mathematics anxiety (at the 0.01 level).Considering the effectiveness of affective working memory-based training on the cognitive-emotional variables of students with mathematical disorder, this intervention can aid in improving the cognitive and emotional skills of students with learning disabilities and lay the groundwork for better mathematics learning conditions.
shahrooz nemati; rahim badri; shahram vahedi; Mohammad Bardel
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This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment program training on social anxiety and academic resilience of students with stuttering disorder. The research design was quasi-experimental with two experimental and control groups. The statistical population of the ...
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This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment program training on social anxiety and academic resilience of students with stuttering disorder. The research design was quasi-experimental with two experimental and control groups. The statistical population of the study included high school students with stuttering disorder in Khoy city. In this regard, a sample of 32 students were selected by available sampling method and divided into two groups of 16, experimental and control, to participate in the training of life-based experience program of acceptance and commitment (Bardel et al., 2022) were assigned. Academic resilience scales (Samuels, 2004) and social anxiety questionnaire (Conner et al., 2000) were used before and after the test to collect data. Acceptance and commitment training program was implemented in 8 intervention sessions for the experimental group. Analysis of covariance showed that the training program has significantly improved the acceptance and commitment of academic resilience and social anxiety of students with stuttering disorder. Acceptance and commitment-based therapy by teaching and improving effective strategies and techniques allows students to take a realistic view of their problem and overcome the severe consequences of their disorder. Therefore, the implementation of this program is recommended for individuals with stuttering disorders and other developmental disabilities.
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Introduction
"Stuttering" is a communication disorder that disrupts the melodious and smooth flow of speech with repetition, involuntary stretching, pauses, or involuntary stuttering in sounds, syllables, and words (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). People with stuttering disorders often experience psychological problems such as social anxiety (Berchiati et al., 2023), low resilience (Bilby et al., 2022), low cognitive flexibility (Gillader et al., 2021) and perceptive speech problems (Bahrini and Thanagovi, 2022).
Children who stutter experience social anxiety, which can be a severe fear of situations in which one is in the company of others or has to do something in front of them (Berchiati et al., 2023). This fear may be a result of social anxiety disorder, a profound and pervasive fear of social situations (Gillader, Filksman, and Hooper, 2021). It's important to note that social anxiety disorder is different from shyness, which is a normal feeling of feeling uncomfortable in new or social situations (Gillader et al., 2021).
One of the main challenges faced by children with stuttering is having low resilience, which can make it difficult for them to overcome obstacles and challenges in both academic and social settings (Soluk, 2023). This issue seems to be particularly prevalent in the academic environment, where children with speech impairments tend to have lower academic resilience compared to their peers without speech impairments. Academic resilience is the capacity for one to achieve success in the face of various obstacles and challenges, and the concept has been researched extensively in the field of education (Sesher and Olash, 2023).
According to a review of the research related to speech disorders, multiple intervention methods such as drug therapy, cognitive-behavioral approach, speech therapy, and yoga can be effective in managing the psychological consequences of this disorder. One approach that appears promising is the acceptance and commitment approach, which encourages individuals to accept and embrace uncomfortable and anxiety-provoking feelings and thoughts. This approach can help individuals move away from trying to avoid these emotions and instead learn to accept and commit to their values despite their difficulties (Ising et al., 2022).
One treatment approach that has been proposed for children with stuttering disorder is the acceptance and commitment approach. This approach has become an area of interest for experts and is based on the principles of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a cognitive-behavioral approach that centers on fostering awareness and acceptance of difficult experiences and developing commitment to personal values and behaviors (Bergman & Keitel, 2023). Acceptance and commitment therapy is based on relational frame theory (Löhm et al., 2018) and functional contextualism (Hayes et al., 2017), which aim to help individuals learn to engage with their thoughts and emotions in ways that align with their personal values and goals. This approach can be especially useful for individuals who struggle with stuttering, as it can help them develop greater acceptance of their stuttering and develop skills to pursue their goals and values regardless of the challenges they face (Bourgi et al., 2022).
The proposed research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Acceptance and Commitment Training program on reducing social anxiety and increasing academic resilience in students with stuttering. The study is guided by evidence-based practices and seeks to explore the theoretical and practical implications of the Acceptance and Commitment Approach in the field of communication disorders. The main research question is: Is the Acceptance and Commitment Training effective in reducing social anxiety and improving academic resilience in students with stuttering?
Literature Review
The Studies have shown that individuals with stuttering disorders often have psychological problems such as social anxiety, low resilience, low cognitive flexibility, and challenges with perception of speech, which can impact their quality of life and overall well-being (Berchiati et al., 2023; Bilby et al., 2022; Gillader et al., 2021; Bahrini and Thanagovi, 2022).
In people with social anxiety disorder, their feelings of anxiety and worry are especially pronounced in social situations where they fear that they may behave in an embarrassing or socially unacceptable way. Furthermore, these symptoms can be so severe that they can lead to other debilitating conditions such as depression and addiction to drugs or alcohol (Yashar et al., 2023; Atelose et al., 2020).
Previous research has shown that people with stuttering often exhibit low flexibility and resilience. This can manifest in difficulty in adapting to new situations or dealing with challenges (Malich and Kauert, 2019; Martin and Marsh, 2017). In a recent study, Balkent and colleagues have explored the role of resilience in the experiences of persons with stuttering (Balkent et al., 2015). Therapy based on Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) encourages individuals to practice mindfulness and develop a non-judgmental awareness of their experiences, which ultimately enables them to act in the direction of their goals and values. Commitment to values is the key element of this approach.
Methodology
The current research employed a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and a post-test. Participants were divided into an Experimental Group that received the Acceptance and Commitment Training program and a Control Group that received no intervention. The study took place in Shahr Khoi among male students with stuttering disorder. A sample of 32 participants was selected using available sampling techniques, and researchers verified the inclusion and exclusion criteria during a briefing meeting with relevant officials. Participants included only second-year male students with stuttering disorder who did not receive other psychological interventions and were willing to participate in the study. Exclusion criteria were the presence of other physical or neurodevelopmental problems, or the absence of more than two sessions. Interventions were executed in the counseling center of the education management. After the study, pre-test and post-test measures were administered to both groups.
Conclusion
Analyses aimed at investigating the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment (A&C) education in increasing academic resilience showed significant results. When separating the components of academic resilience, the A&C program proved significantly effective in improving future orientation and communication skills, but had no significant effect on the central problem.
When considering the "why" of the findings, it is worth noting that resilience is a stable coping style and a dynamic process in which people show successful and positive adaptation despite the experience of trauma or distress (Dan Head and Fisher, 2023). Research studies suggest that Resilience is related to the level of acceptance and commitment demonstrated by a person. Resilient people are able to maintain commitment to their goals, which can increase motivational behavior and ultimately lead to achieve high levels of success (Berchitti et al., 2023).
The results of the analysis showed that the acceptance and commitment training program is effective in reducing the social anxiety of the studied groups. In separating the components of social anxiety, teaching acceptance and commitment is significantly effective on avoidance and physiological symptoms; but it has no significant effect on fear; therefore, the results of the current research indicate that the acceptance and commitment training program is effective in reducing social anxiety.
In explaining the finding that acceptance and commitment training did not have a significant effect on the fear component of students with stuttering disorder, it is important to consider that social anxiety in this group of students is not solely due to the fear of speaking. In fact, the lifelong condition of speech impairments despite the interventions made has created a belief in those with speech impairments that these conditions always exist and must simply be tolerated and adapted to. This adaptation in children has been associated with anxiety, which can lead to difficulties responding in different social situations (Hayes et al., 2013).
Zoleykha Abedini; rahim badri; eskader fathiazar; shahrooz nemati; shahram vahedi
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Specific learning disability is one of the most common childhood disorders that in some cases, continues into adulthood and affects various aspects of their future lives. The higher prevalence of learning disability with reading impairment in the country's schools and the problems caused by it requires ...
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Specific learning disability is one of the most common childhood disorders that in some cases, continues into adulthood and affects various aspects of their future lives. The higher prevalence of learning disability with reading impairment in the country's schools and the problems caused by it requires special attention. Children with this disorder, in addition to having difficulty reading, also have problems in other areas. The educational system is usually based on teaching materials and issues related to other areas such as special education and empowerment of the parents of these children have been neglected. While empowering parents can not only help improve the psychological issues that these children are struggling with because of the disorder, it can also be useful in improving the executive functions of these children. In this research, with a synthetic research approach and considering the seven-stage model of Sandlowski and Barso, we examined articles published in Iranian magazines and foreign research articles. Out of 104 articles appropriate to the purpose of the research, 29 articles with the desired conditions were selected and examined in depth. The concepts extracted from this study were summarized in the form of 168 codes and 91 sub-categories, and finally, 24 main categories were obtained. Then, according to the obtained results, the training package of 8 parenting sessions was designed in accordance with the special conditions and characteristics of children with a specific learning disability with reading impairment for the parents of these children.