The Effectiveness Of Compassion Focused-Theraphy On Increasing The Distress Tolerance And Loneliness In Women Affected By Marital Infidelity

Objective: The purpose of this study was to assessment the effectiveness of compassion - focused  therapy on increasing the tolerance of distress and loneliness in women affected by marital infidelity who referred to counseling centers. The basis of compassion-based therapy was  to strengthen and increase the kindness towards oneself and others which ultimately improves one's mental health. Method: Method for the present study was searched from a systematic review by  searching  the keywords in websites and magazines, and quarterly journals. Also, abstracts of published articles were studied and finally,  ۲۶ final articles were selected for comprehensive review and data extraction. Results: The results showed that compassion -focused therapy is effective in increasing the stress tolerance of traumatized women in marital infidelity and also comparison  therapy is effective on the feelings of loneliness of traumatized women in marital infidelity. Conclusion: Compassion-focused therapy leads to high psychological flexibility. As a result of the evolution of this system, a person's resilience increases and ultimately leads to an improvement in the level of stress tolerance and an increase in the feeling of emotional and cognitive connection.  

Keywords:

Compassion-Focused Therapy , Distress Tolerance , Loneliness , Marital Infidelity