The effect of acceptance and commitment therapy on negative emotions and quality of life in stroke patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

The effect of acceptance and commitment therapy on negative emotions and quality of life in stroke patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • By

  • Yana Wang

  • Boling Wei

  • Lu Wang

  • Chun Huang

  • Jifeng Rong

  • Tianbao Sun

  • Yu Liu

  • May 18, 2026

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    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) significantly reduces depression and anxiety in stroke survivors compared to conventional rehabilitation.

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    Meta-analysis of 19 randomized controlled trials showed ACT improves quality of life in stroke patients, with a significant effect size.

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    Secondary outcomes of ACT include enhanced psychological flexibility, self-efficacy, sleep quality, and daily living activities.

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    The study highlights the urgent need for effective psychological interventions to address emotional disturbances in stroke rehabilitation.

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    Future research should focus on large-scale, high-quality randomized controlled trials to confirm the long-term efficacy of ACT.

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The effect of acceptance and commitment therapy on negative emotions and quality of life in stroke patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • by Yana Wang, Boling Wei, Lu Wang, Chun Huang, Jifeng Rong, Tianbao Sun, Yu Liu

  • May 18, 2026

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