Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychological Well-Being: A Narrative Review.

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is an innovative psychological intervention emphasizing psychological flexibility and values-driven actions to enhance overall well-being. Unlike traditional cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBT), which often focus on altering maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, ACT encourages the acceptance of negative thoughts and emotions while fostering a commitment to personal values. This review explores ACT's effectiveness in promoting psychological well-being (PWB) by encompassing emotional, psychological, and social dimensions.