Psychological inflexibility and resilience in anxiety: insights from machine-learning and robust mediation-based models - Takeaways - 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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    Psychological inflexibility (PI) is positively associated with anxiety symptoms, indicating its role in mental health outcomes.

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    Resilience dimensions, particularly perception of self and planned future, are significant predictors of anxiety-related symptoms.

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    Machine learning methods revealed significant indirect associations between PI and anxiety, mediated by resilience.

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    Interventions targeting both PI and resilience may enhance coping strategies for individuals experiencing anxiety.

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    The study highlights the interconnectedness of PI and resilience in understanding and addressing anxiety symptoms.

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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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