Impact of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy on Depression and Intolerance of Uncertainty of Female Adolescents with Academic Failure

Impact of SFBT on depression and IU in female adolescents with academic failure

https://doi.org/10.22122/ijbmc.v11i4.728
Solution-focused brief therapy Depression Intolerance of uncertainty Adolescents

Authors

  • Bita Erfanifar MA in General Psychology, Islamic Azad University, Neyshabur Branch, Neyshabur, Iran, Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Mohsen Fatehi Department of English Language, Islamic Azad University, Neyshabur Branch, Neyshabur, Iran, Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Mustafa Bolghan-Abadi
    mbolghan@gmail.com
    Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Islamic Azad University, Neyshabur Branch, Neyshabur, Iran, Iran, Islamic Republic of
Vol 11, No 4 (2024)
Quantitative Study(ies)
July 3, 2024
July 10, 2024

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Background: This study explores the potential of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) as an intervention strategy for female adolescents facing academic failure. Despite its effectiveness, the specific efficacy of SFBT in mitigating depression and intolerance of uncertainty (IU) in this demographic is relatively unexplored. The research aims to provide insights into evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique needs of adolescent girls, fostering resilience, and promoting well-being in this vulnerable population. The study investigated the impact of SFBT on depression and IU in female adolescents with academic failure.

Methods: The experimental group comprised 15 participants, while the waitlist control group also consisted of 15 subjects. Data were collected using the Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale-12 items (IUS-12) and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) at three phases: pretest, posttest, and follow-up. An analysis was conducted using a mixed analysis of variance (ANOVA) to examine the effects of treatment over time.

Results: A significant difference was revealed between the experimental and control groups concerning depression and IU. Specifically, participants in the experimental group exhibited reduced levels of depression and IU compared to the control group. Furthermore, the follow-up assessment indicated stability in the improvements observed in the experimental group (P < 0.001).

Conclusion: These findings underscore the efficacy of SFBT in alleviating depression and IU in female adolescents facing academic challenges. The study contributes to the understanding of therapeutic interventions for adolescents experiencing academic failure and highlights the importance of addressing mental health concerns in this population through targeted interventions like SFBT.