Baqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427Self-Narrated by Self: Psychometric Evaluation of the Persian Version of the Awareness of the Narrative Identity Questionnaire (ANIQ)1822394510.30491/ijbs.2025.478100.2159ENGolnazMazaheri-Nejad-FardDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran.0000-0003-3531-0087Mohammad AliMazaheriDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran.LauraJobsonSchool of Psychological Sciences and Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, Monash University, Australia.HomaMohammadsadeghiCentral Queensland Hospital and Health Services, Australia.MohsenDehghaniDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran.0000-0002-5260-352XJournal Article20250307Persian version of the Awareness of Narrative Identity Questionnaire (ANIQ).
<strong>Method:</strong> The statistical population of this cross-sectional study comprised of all the students of the state universities of Tehran in the academic year 2023-2024, among whom 510 individuals were selected using the convenience sampling method. The final version of the ANIQ was distributed online after the process of translation, back-translation, and confirmation of content validity, together with the Depression, Anxiety, Stress Scale (DASS), and Ten-Item Personality Measure (TIPI). After collecting the data, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis methods were used to perform the statistical analysis.
<strong>Results:</strong> Findings revealed the appropriateness of the three-factor model. Also, all three factors as well as the total score of the awareness of narrative identity had a significant negative correlation with neuroticism and a significant positive correlation with conscientiousness.
<strong>Conclusion:</strong> Considering the appropriateness of the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the ANIQ, specialists in the field of psychology in Iran are suggested to use it for research, diagnostic, and clinical purposes.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223945_9a8fcb387320778c60bde85c087b20d5.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427The Mediating Role of Acceptance in the Relationship between Existential Fulfillment and Resilient Coping among Patients with Multiple Sclerosis91622395410.30491/ijbs.2025.491770.2175ENZahra-SadatModaresiDepartment of Counseling, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Ardakan University, Ardakan, Iran0009-0006-1410-0135YasserRezapour-MirsalehDepartment of Counseling, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Ardakan University, Ardakan, Iran.0000-0002-7308-6912AzadehChoobforoushzadehDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Ardakan University, Ardakan, Iran0000-0002-8011-6120Journal Article20250309<strong>Introduction:</strong> Self-acceptance (approving one's self) potentially influenced by existential fulfillment (self-acceptance, self-actualization, and self-transcendence, which individuals pursue a purposeful life) may be linked to resilient coping (the cognitive and behavioral efforts individuals make to overcome internal and external challenges or to provide emotional relief, with the ability to withstand or quickly recover from difficult situations) in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This study aimed to examine the mediating role of acceptance in the relationship between existential fulfillment and resilient coping in patients with MS, which has never been done before and presents a lack of research in this subject. Furthermore, this research can provide psychotherapists with more accurate and real solutions to improve the quality of the life of people with MS.
<strong>Method:</strong> A correlational research design with structural equation modeling was used. The sample consisted of 210 MS patients from Yazd and Isfahan provinces, Iran, selected through convenience sampling in 2022. Participants completed the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire (AAQ-II), the Brief Resilient Coping Scale (BRCS), and the Existential Fulfillment Scale (EFS). Data were analyzed using structural equation modeling with SPSS-26 and AMOS-24 software.
<strong>Results:</strong> Findings indicated that existential fulfillment not only directly influences resilient coping in MS patients but also indirectly enhances it by increasing acceptance (p<0.01). These results underscore the importance of fostering existential fulfillment and acceptance in therapeutic interventions aimed at improving resilience among individuals with MS, offering new insights for psychological support and care strategies in clinical settings.
<strong>Conclusion:</strong> Based on these results, acceptance plays a mediating role between existential fulfillment and resilient coping. This means it could be used to improve life conditions for people with MS. Such approaches could play a significant role in managing or improving the psychological impacts of MS.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223954_5bae2b037b4b34617201c56e309c3547.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427Psychosocial Factors affecting Risk of Postpartum Depression among Mothers and their Birth Satisfaction: A Systematic Review172622395510.30491/ijbs.2025.483679.2165ENMineshiMishraDepartment of Psychology; Banaras Hindu University; Ajagara, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005.PurnimaAwasthiDepartment of Psychology, Banaras Hindu University, Ajagara, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005Journal Article20250311<strong>Introduction:</strong> Negative birth experiences have been associated with an increased risk of Postpartum Depression (PPD). However, an exhaustive systematic analysis of existing literature examining this correlation is lacking. This systematic review investigates the association between birth satisfaction and the likelihood of PPD. Additionally, it seeks to identify modifiable psychosocial factors influencing this relationship by conducting a systematic analysis of existing literature.
<strong>Method:</strong> A systematic review of studies (2010–2024) was conducted using three databases per PRISMA guidelines. The study was conducted in three stages. The review focused on studies analyzing PPD, birth satisfaction, or both, with searches using a variety of relevant terms and limited to English-language publications.
<strong>Results:</strong> Twenty-one studies meeting the inclusion criteria were analyzed. A significant correlation was found between PPD and birth dissatisfaction. Furthermore, psychosocial factors such as social support, maternal self-esteem, and healthcare facilities were also identified as crucial factors influencing PPD and birth satisfaction.
<strong>Conclusion:</strong> Improving maternal care practices, ensuring respectful and compassionate support during childbirth, and addressing the psychosocial factors that influence birth satisfaction are essential for reducing the risk of PPD.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223955_97d891600e8f4825ed86186363492af5.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427The Relationship between Childhood Traumas and Integrative Self-Knowledge with Mental Pain273322395810.30491/ijbs.2025.472314.2147ENAliShahbaz GhazviniB.60, Moghadam Alley, Alghadir Ave., West Golzar, Golshahr, Karaj, Iran0009-0003-5710-3545MahnazShahgholianFaculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Kharazmi University, Karaj, Alborz0000-0002-9121-7920ValiollahRamezaniFaculty of psychology and educational sciences, Kharazmi University, Karaj, Alborz0009-0000-2864-4615PouyanEzatizadehFaculty of psychology and educational sciences, Kharazmi University, Karaj, Alborz0009-0001-1519-6355Journal Article20250304<strong>Introduction: </strong>The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between childhood trauma, Integrative Self-Knowledge (ISK) and mental pain. In this study, ISK has been considered as mediating variable that can be influenced by childhood adversities and, in turn, affect the level of mental pain experienced by individuals.
<strong>Method:</strong> This study employed a descriptive correlational design. The statistical population includes all students aged 18 to 25 who are enrolled in one of the universities in Tehran and Karaj in 2023. A total of 117 volunteers were selected conveniently. The data were collected using the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire-Short Form (CTQ-SF), the ISK and the Orbach and Mikulincer Mental Pain Scale (OMMP). Statistical data analysis was Pearson correlation and structural equation modelling.
<strong>Results:</strong> The results of this study indicated a significant positive association between childhood trauma and mental pain (p<0.05). Additionally, a significant negative association was found between ISK and mental pain (p<0.05). Furthermore, a significant negative association (p<0.01) was observed between the overall score of childhood trauma and ISK. Finally, based on the structural equation modelling, ISK was found to mediate the relationship between childhood trauma and mental pain.
<strong>Conclusion:</strong> The final implication of this study is that attention and sensitivity to an individual's life history, including experiences of childhood adversities, the level of self-knowledge, and the individual's self-knowledge in the form of a coherent narrative, and the amount of psychological pain that the person experiences, are of particular importance in assessing and addressing the individual's need for psychological and psychiatric interventions.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223958_12a5bda1e5507f90855ca3ec98078698.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250401Modeling Internet Addiction: Examining the Impact of Parenting Styles and Psychological Control with the Mediating Roles of Media Literacy and Cognitive Emotion Regulation344122396610.30491/ijbs.2025.493121.2180ENMohammad HadiMehrazzinDepartment of Counseling, Islamic Azad University, Khomein Branch, Arak, Iran.KhalilGhafariCounseling Department, Islamic Azad University, Khomein Branch, Arak,MohsenGolmohamadianCounseling Department, Razi University, Kermanshah, IranHasanHeidaryCounseling Department, Islamic Azad University, Khomein Branch, ArakJournal Article20250309<strong>Introduction: </strong>The purpose of this study was to develop a predictive model of Internet addiction among high school students in Kermanshah. It is based on parenting styles as well as psychological control, with the mediating role of media literacy and cognitive emotion regulation.<br><strong>Method:</strong> The present study is a quantitative-methods. The 384 high school students in Kermanshah were selected using a multi-stage cluster sampling method and the research instruments completed by the students in the academic year 1402-1403 included the following items: Baumrind’s Parenting Styles Inventory, Young's Internet Addiction Questionnaire, Tammen's Media Literacy Questionnaire, Soenens et al.'s Parental Psychological Control Scale, and Garnefski and Kraaij’s Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire. Path analysis and inferential statistics were employed to analyze the proposed model using SPSS and SMARTPLS software.<br><strong>Results:</strong> The results revealed that parenting styles directly predict Internet addiction (β = 0.420, P < 0.05), with authoritative and permissive styles showing a stronger protective effect. Cognitive emotion regulation significantly mediated this relationship (β = 0.235, P < 0.05), indicating that better emotion regulation reduces the risk of addiction. However, psychological control did not directly predict Internet addiction (β = 0.104, P > 0.05) but had an indirect effect through cognitive emotion regulation (β = 0.520, P < 0.05). Media literacy, while not a direct predictor (β = 0.117, P > 0.05), mediated the relationship between parenting styles and Internet addiction, suggesting that higher media literacy promotes healthier Internet use.<br><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Given that there is a relationship between Internet addiction, emotional regulation and parenting styles, developing family interactions and strengthening the parent-child relationships can create a sense of support and security. Therefore, families can reduce time spent on the Internet by promoting and encouraging alternative activities such as engaging in artistic activities, reading books, or participating in community-based projects.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223966_2bfd0226d686e236643522611448e9c5.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427Comparative Effectiveness of Emotion-Focused and Meta-Diagnostic Therapy Approaches on Automatic Negative Thoughts in Adolescents with Borderline Personality Disorder425022396810.30491/ijbs.2025.492976.2179ENShivaKhandehroy-LafmeganiDepartment of Psychology, Allameh Tabatabaei University, Tehran, IranAmenehKojouriDepartment of Psychology, Marvdasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Marvdasht, IranFatemeKoohestaniDepartment of Rehabilitation Consulting, Quchan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Quchan, IranFatemehEmamiDepartment of Consulting, Alzahra University, Tehran, IranZahraShadfarDepartment of Psychology, Semnan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Semnan, Iran0009-0000-0145-8759Journal Article20250311<strong>Introduction:</strong> Adolescents with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) often experience a range of complex issues in their psychological and behavioral well-being. This study aims to examine how Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Meta-Diagnostic Therapy (MDT) differ in their impact on reducing Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANT) in adolescents with BPD.
<strong>Method:</strong> This study utilized a semi-experimental design involving pre-test-post-test and follow-up assessments conducted three months later, with both control and experimental groups. The research focused on adolescents with BPD seeking treatment at psychological clinics in Tehran between July and October 2023. A total of 45 participants were purposively selected to take part in the study. In the final analysis, the groups included Emotional therapy (n=12), Transdiagnostic treatment (n=13), and Control (n=14). The Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire (ATQ-P) was used as the primary measurement tool in this study. Data collected were analyzed using repeated measure ANCOVA, and Bonferroni's post hoc test utilizing SPSS 27 and JASP software version 18.1.0.
<strong>Results:</strong> The results showed that there was no significant differences in the individual incompatibility aspect between the groups receiving EFT and MDT compared to the control group after the post-test phase (p=1.000). Additionally, there was a substantial contrast between the MDT group and the control group in the follow-up phase (p<0.001). Individual incompatibility level in the MDT group was reduced compared to the control group and that the MDT approach was effective but the EFT approach was not effective. Negative self-concepts were observed between the two groups undergoing MDT and the control group. The decrease in negative self-concepts was more noticeable in the MDT group compared to the control group, demonstrating the efficacy of this treatment over EFT.
<strong>Conclusion:</strong> The current study demonstrated that MDT was effective in decreasing automatic negative thoughts in adolescents with BPD. Conversely, EFT did not yield the same positive outcomes in the study, suggesting that different and more tailored treatment methods may be necessary for such disorders.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223968_cd40af81ce3f9704ba2c4d48b25b4b45.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427The Mediating Role of Borderline Personality Features in the Relationship between Self-Compassion and Rejection Sensitivity with Interpersonal Problems515822397310.30491/ijbs.2025.491861.2176ENFaezehGassabiDepartment of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of medical sciences,Tabriz Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, IranParisaPourmohammadDepartment of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of medical sciences,Tabriz Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran0000-0001-5100-3146Journal Article20250313<strong>Introduction:</strong> Interpersonal problems contribute to psychological distress in the general population. This study aimed to explore the mediating effect of Borderline Personality Traits (BPT) on the relationship between self-compassion and rejection sensitivity with interpersonal problems.
<strong>Method:</strong> This cross-sectional study employed a descriptive-correlational design analyzed through path analysis to test mediation effects. The statistical population comprised students from Tabriz Azad Medical Sciences University during the second quarter of 2024. A total of 200 individuals were recruited using a convenience sampling method. Study measures were the Self-Compassion Scale, the Interpersonal Problems Questionnaire, the Rejection Sensitivity Scale, and the Borderline Personality Disorder Scale. Data analysis was performed using Pearson's correlation coefficient with SPSS-26 and path analysis with AMOS-20.
<strong>Results:</strong> The findings revealed that interpersonal problems had a significant negative correlation with self-compassion and a positive correlation with rejection sensitivity. Additionally, BPT were significantly associated with interpersonal problems. Path analysis indicated that rejection sensitivity (p=0.05, β= -0.21) and self-compassion (p = 0.05, β = -0.58) indirectly influenced interpersonal problems through borderline traits. The model demonstrated a good fit with the data.
<strong>Conclusion:</strong> The findings show that rejection sensitivity and self-compassion indirectly influence interpersonal problems through BPT. The findings underscore the potential for developing targeted interventions to address interpersonal difficulties.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223973_bf9c9e49c53237be999cca14efe1cc23.pdfBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesInternational Journal of Behavioral Sciences2322-119419120250427Psychometric Properties of the Suicide Cognitions Scale (SCS): Validity and Reliability Assessment among Iranian Adolescents596622398710.30491/ijbs.2025.497344.2191ENTaghwaEbrahimiPh.D. Candidate in Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran0000-0002-0970-1394ForoughEsrafilianDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, IranHojjatollahFarahaniDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran0000-0002-9799-7008Journal Article20250314<strong>Introduction:</strong> Understanding cognitive risk factors associated with suicidal ideation is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies. The present study aimed to validate and assess the reliability of the Suicide Cognitions Scale (SCS) among Iranian adolescents.<br /><strong>Method:</strong> This study employed a descriptive-analytical evaluation design. The sample consisted of 400 adolescents from Tehran Province during the 2024–2025 academic year, selected through convenience sampling. Participants completed the SCS, the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and the Spiritual Well-Being Scale (SWBS). The psychometric evaluation of the SCS included analyses of confirmatory factor structure, divergent and concurrent validity, Pearson correlations, and internal consistency using Cronbach's alpha. All statistical analyses were conducted in R (version 4.2) with a significance level of 0.05.<br /><strong>Results:</strong> The three-factor structure of the SCS was examined and confirmed using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), with fit indices indicating an excellent model fit (CFI= 0.96, RMSEA= 0.05). For concurrent and divergent validity, the scale showed a significant positive correlation with the BDI and a significant negative correlation with the SWBS. Cronbach's alpha coefficients were calculated as 0.94 for the total scale and ranged from 0.82 to 0.86 for its subscales, indicating excellent internal consistency.<br /><strong>Conclusion:</strong> The findings indicate acceptable construct validity and reliability of the SCS, confirming its multidimensional structure. This scale can serve as an effective tool for identifying suicidal ideation in adolescents.https://www.behavsci.ir/article_223987_bd57c054ebc12a92662b558e350c85e7.pdf