[citation needed] Its development co-occurred with that of relational frame theory, with several researchers such as Steven C Hayes being involved with both.
[2] Although this is a matter of some debate within the community,[3] Originally, this approach was referred to as comprehensive distancing.
[5] ACT has, as of May 2022, been evaluated in over 900 randomized clinical trials for a variety of client problems.
Cognitive behavior therapy focuses on trying to reverse those negative thoughts that contribute to emotional difficulties such as depression and anxiety.
[10] A recent review of the research supports the notion that the use of behavioral activation is clinically important for the treatment of depression.
[11] Community reinforcement approach and family training (CRAFT) is a model developed by Robert Meyer and based on the community reinforcement approach (CRA) first developed by Nathan Azrin and Hunt.
Recent efforts have used radical behavioral concepts to interpret a number of clinical phenomena including forgiveness.