University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501The role of brain-behavioral systems (BAS/ BIS) and assertive behavior on impulsivity in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with regard to the mediating role of frustration tolerance456710.22098/jrp.2026.16207.1271ENAliAfsharidepartment of psychology , human science faculty, university of maraghehAhmadEsmalidepartmebt of psychology, university of maraghehJournal Article20241117This study aimed to investigate the role of brain-behavioral systems and assertive behavior on impulsive behavior in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder with regard to the mediating role of frustration tolerance. The statistical population included all students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in 1401-402. From the aforementioned population, 96 people were selected as samples using multi-stage cluster sampling. To collect information, the brain-behavioral systems questionnaire, assertiveness questionnaire, impulsivity questionnaire, and parental attention deficit hyperactivity disorder questionnaire were used. To analyze the collected data, Pearson correlation test and fitness indices were used. The results showed that there is a positive and significant relationship between impulsive behavior and brain-behavioral systems and the behavioral activation component in people with hyperactivity, and there is a negative and significant relationship between impulsive behavior and the behavioral inhibition component of the brain-behavioral systems and the components of lack of planning and motor impulsivity in people with hyperactivity, there is a positive and significant relationship between impulsive behavior and the components of motor impulsivity and cognitive impulsivity with assertive behavior in people with hyperactivity. However, there is no significant relationship between the component of lack of planning of impulsivity and assertive behavior in people with hyperactivity, there is a positive and significant relationship between frustration tolerance and behavioral brain systems and the behavioral activation component in people with hyperactivity, and there is a negative and significant relationship with the behavioral inhibition component.University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501Relationship Between Body Dysmorphic Disorder Symptoms And Sexual Functioning in Women, Through Self-steem409810.22098/jrp.2025.17162.1304ENMajidMahmoud AlilouProfessor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, IranAnitaMozafariMSC in clinical psychology, Department of psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran.Journal Article20250411The aim of the present study was to determine the relationship between body dysmorphic disorder symptoms and sexual functioning in women, through self-esteem. There fore, 378 married female students from University of Tabriz were selected using a multi-stage random sampling method. Data were collected using the Rosen Women's Sexual Functioning Questionnaire, the Littleton Body Image concern inventory (BICI), and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES). After statistical calculations using AMOS24 software and Structural equation metod. Data analysis indicated that the measured model had a good fit with the theoretical model, and self-esteem fully mediated the relationship. The results showed that there is no significant direct relationship between body dysmorphic disorder and sexual functioning in women. Additionally, there was a significant negative relationship between body dysmorphic disorder and self-esteem, as well as a significant positive relationship between self-esteem and sexual functioning in women. hence, it can be concluded that a decrease in self-esteem levels in women with body dysmorphic disorder may lead to the emergence or exacerbation of their sexual functioning issues, and by increasing self-esteem in these women, it is possible to prevent a decline in their sexual functioning.University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501The psychometric properties of 16 and 4-item versions of the entrapment scale456810.22098/jrp.2026.17061.1298ENMalahatAmaniuniversity of mohaghegh ardabiliZahraHeidariFaculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, IranJournal Article20250325The evidence supports the role of entrapment in predicting suicidal ideation and attempts. This study investigated the psychometric properties of the 16- and 4-item versions of the Entrapment Scale in independent samples and to examine differences in entrapment across demographic characteristics. Using a descriptive and psychometrics design, the study was conducted in two populations: 306 individuals from the general population of Bojnord City and 122 students with a confirmed history of suicidal ideation or attempts. Participants completed demographic questionnaires, the Beck Depression Inventory, the Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation, and the 16- and 4-item versions of the Entrapment Scale. The short form was administered to the suicide-risk sample to minimize burden, while the long form was used in the general population; psychometric properties were evaluated separately within each sample. All statistical analyses were carried out using SPSS version 22. Exploratory factor analysis confirmed a single-factor structure for the 16-item version. Cronbach’s alpha was 0.96 for the 16-item version and 0.88 for the 4-item version. The Entrapment Scale showed strong convergent validity, with correlations of 0.82 with depression and 0.63 with suicidal ideation suggesting potential overlap with depression. Individuals with a history of suicidal ideation or attempts scored significantly higher on both the Entrapment Scale and the Suicidal Ideation Scale compared to the general population. Demographic analyses revealed that men, married individuals, and younger participants exhibited significantly higher scores in entrapment, depression, and suicidal ideation. Both the 16- and 4-item versions demonstrated high reliability and validity for use in Iranian samples.University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501The comparison of the effectiveness of the acceptance and commitment based therapy with the self-compassion focused training on the levels of self-criticism in students with suicidal thoughts462910.22098/jrp.2024.14775.1226ENSolmazGhodratiPh.D in General Psychology, Department of Psychology, Ardabil branch, Islamic Azad University, Ardabil, Iran.SomayyehTaklaviCorresponding author, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Ardabil Branch, Islamic Azad University, Ardabil, Iran.0000-0001-7025-8363RezaKazemiAssistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Ardabil Branch, Islamic Azad University, Ardabil, Iran.Journal Article20240305The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment based therapy and self-compassion focused training on the levels of self-criticism in students with suicidal thoughts. The research method was semi-experimental with a pre-test and post-test design with an unequal control group. The statistical population of this study was all the students of Islamic Azad University, Ardabil branch in the academic year of 2022-2023, and after screening all students, 60 people were selected as a statistical sample through convenience sampling method; and by simple random sampling, they were replaced in three groups: the acceptance and commitment based therapy, the self-compassion focused training and control group, and each of the groups consisting of 20 people. In order to collect data, Beck suicide scale ideation and Self-Criticism Levels Scale were used. Data analysis was done with analysis of variance with repeated measures and Bonferroni post hoc test with SPSS22 statistical software. The findings show that the both of the interventional methods had a significant effect on reducing the levels of the self-criticism (internal self-criticism, comparison self-criticism) in students with suicidal thoughts (P<0/01). The test result of Bonferroni post hoc indicated that there was no significant difference between the effectiveness of two interventional methods on the research variable (P>0/05). The results showed the usefulness of both treatment intervention methods based on acceptance and commitment based therapy and self-compassion focused training on reducing the levels of self-criticism in students with suicidal thoughts.University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501The Effectiveness of Combined Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy on Mentalization Components and Suicidal Ideation in Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder456510.22098/jrp.2026.19237.1358ENLeilaHefazi TorghabehDepartment of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran.MahmoudNajafiDepartment of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, IranJournal Article20260112The current research evaluated the effectiveness of a combined Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) intervention on mentalization components and suicidal ideation in persons with a borderline personality disorder (BPD). The research design was a quasi-experimental with pre-test, post-test and follow-up, and a control group. The target population included patients diagnosed with BPD and referred to psychotherapy centers within the Mashhad city during the years 2024–2025. The sample size comprised of 50 participants who were chosen through convenience sampling and assigned to an experimental and control group (25 participants for in each group). The experimental group was provided with 20 sessions of the integrated EMDR and DBT intervention. The research tools were Mentalization Questionnaire and the Beck Scale of Suicide Ideation. The analysis of the data was carried out with the help of repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) with the SPSS software, version 26. The findings indicated a significant difference in the mean scores of self-related mentalization, other-related mentalization, motivation to mentalize, and suicidal ideation across the pre-test, post-test, and follow-up phases. Additionally, the interaction effect of time and group membership was significant for self-related mentalization (F=14.51), other-related mentalization (F=30.03), motivation to mentalize (F = 9.42), and suicidal ideation (F = 24.08) p< 0.001.The results showed that the combined EMDR+ DBT treatment creates a synergistic effect by targeting mentalization deficits and traumatic roots, enhancing mentalization skills while deeply modifying the cognitive and emotional structures underlying suicide Suicidal Ideation.University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501Structural Relationships between Pathological Personality Dimensions and Symptoms of Prolonged Grief Disorder with Mediation by Meta-Emotion407010.22098/jrp.2025.17864.1326ENSamanehKhodabakhshDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Education & Psychology, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Tabriz, IranRahimYousefiDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Tabriz, Iran.EzzatollahAhmadiDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Education & Psychology, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Tabriz, IranJournal Article20250717This study aimed to examine the structural relationship between pathological personality dimensions and symptoms of Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD), focusing on the mediating role of negative meta-emotion. This descriptive-correlational study was conducted using structural equation modeling. Participants included 349 undergraduate students from Tabriz and Azarbaijan Shahid Madani universities selected through stratified random sampling during the 2025 academic year. Data were collected using three validated instruments: the short form of the Pathological Personality Traits Questionnaire developed by Krueger et al., the Revised Prolonged Grief Disorder Scale developed by Prigerson et al., and the Meta-Emotion Questionnaire developed by Mitmansgruber et al. Data analysis was performed using AMOS version 24. The findings indicated that pathological personality dimensions had significant positive relationships with both negative meta-emotion and PGD symptoms. Moreover, negative meta-emotion significantly mediated the relationship between personality traits and PGD symptoms. Overall, the results underscore the contribution of pathological personality traits and negative meta-emotion in understanding and addressing prolonged grief within clinical contexts.University of Mohaghegh ArdabiliJournal of Research in Psychopathology2783-32087220260501The Effectiveness of compassionate mind training on the academic well-being in students with separation anxiety463010.22098/jrp.2025.16984.1295ENShahroozNematiProfessor, Department of Educational Sciences, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran.RahimBadri GargariProfessor, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran.SaeedAlinezhad ZarnaghiMaster Student in Educational Psychology, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran.Journal Article20250313This study explored the effectiveness of Compassionate Mind Training (CMT) in enhancing the academic well-being of students with separation anxiety in boarding schools. Using a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design with a control group, the research involved 30 students from Mehraban City, East Azerbaijan Province, who scored above 60 on the separation anxiety diagnosis scale. Participants were divided into experimental and control groups, with the former receiving eight 1.5-hour CMT sessions. Academic well-being was measured using the Academic Well-being Scale by Tuominen-Soini et al. before and after the intervention.<br /><br /><br /><br />Results, analyzed using MANCOVA, showed a significant increase in academic well-being scores in the experimental group compared to the control group (p<0.05). This highlights CMT's effectiveness in fostering positive emotions and adaptive behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and reducing negative emotions like anxiety and depression. By enhancing self-compassion, CMT helps students manage emotional distress, accept suffering, and practice self-care, leading to better academic experiences.<br /><br /><br /><br />The findings suggest that integrating CMT into educational curricula could significantly benefit students, particularly those in boarding schools, by promoting emotional resilience and academic well-being. This intervention offers a practical approach to addressing separation anxiety and improving overall student outcomes.