Eficacia de la terapia de aceptación y compromiso en adultos con trastorno de ansiedad: Revisión sistemática a partir de la experiencia práctica

Abstract

Abstract: This curricular integration project addressed the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in adults with anxiety disorders. An increase in symptoms was identified in adult men and women experiencing family, work, and social overload. In response, a systematic review was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of ACT in reducing anxiety levels, promoting acceptance of difficult thoughts and emotions, and fostering personal, social, and work-related well-being. The findings demonstrated that ACT is effective in increasing psychological flexibility, decreasing experiential avoidance, and strengthening commitment to personal values. Based on this evidence, a simulated clinical case of a man with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) was designed, in which standardized assessment tools were applied, and a ten-session intervention plan based on ACT was proposed. The work integrated theory, professional practice, and scientific evidence, promoting an ethical, contextualized clinical approach based on the process-based mental health model.