The Effectiveness of Phototherapy on Depression and Anxiety In Divorced Women(Case Study)

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1 MS.c Student, Department of Counseling and Family Group, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran

2 Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran

3 Professor, Department of Counseling, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran

Abstract

Phototherapy, the use of photos in a therapeutic setting under the supervision of a trained therapist, is as an effective method for reducing psychological problems. The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of phototherapy on depression and anxiety in divorced women. This study employed single-case experimental design with multiple baseline phases. The statistical population included all divorced women in Tehran who were active on instagram and responded to the research call in 2021. The sampling method was convenience and purposive and four participants were selected based on inclusion criteria. The research instruments included the Lovibond and Lovibond Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale and the five main phototherapy techniques by Weiser. Participants took part in multiple baseline stage, five intervention sessions, and three follow-up sessions. Data were analyzed by visuals inspection, improvement percentage, reliable change index strategies, effect size and mixed regression analysis. The results showed that phototherapy has significant effect on reducing depression and anxiety in divorced women. Therefore, phototherapy can be utilized as a novel and effective intervention method for addressing depression and anxiety in divorced women, by therapists and counselors.

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