Psychological inflexibility and resilience in anxiety: insights from machine-learning and robust mediation-based models - Scorecard - MDSpire

Psychological inflexibility and resilience in anxiety: insights from machine-learning and robust mediation-based models

  • By

  • Ana Ferreira Mostardinha

  • Daniela Sousa

  • Hugo Senra

  • Marco Simões

  • Ana Pina Rodrigues

  • Paula Vagos

  • Miguel Castelo-Branco

  • May 18, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: The Relationship Between Psychological Inflexibility and Resilience in Anxiety: Findings from Machine Learning and Mediation Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Target PopulationAdults with anxiety symptoms, particularly those with a history of psychiatric conditions.
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Psychological inflexibility is positively associated with anxiety-related symptoms.
  • Resilience dimensions, particularly perception of self and planned future, are significant predictors of anxiety.
  • Resilience mediates the relationship between psychological inflexibility and anxiety symptoms.
  • Interventions targeting both PI and resilience may improve coping strategies for anxiety.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Consider psychological interventions like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to enhance psychological flexibility.
    • Explore additional therapies that focus on resilience enhancement.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Focus on enhancing resilience and addressing psychological inflexibility through targeted therapies, while considering comorbid conditions.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Incorporate resilience-building strategies in treatment plans for anxiety.
        • Monitor the impact of psychological inflexibility on treatment outcomes.
        • Integrate machine learning insights into treatment planning.

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