Document Type
Conference Item
Publication Date
7-1-2010
Abstract
This study seeks to see whether there is a significant difference in the extent to which REBT reduces irrational beliefs between the two experimental groups: 12-14 year old adolescents and 18-20 year old adolescents? An experimental pre-test and post-test design was used in this research. The sample consisted of 32 Iranian female adolescents living in Kuala Lumpur. They were assigned in 4 groups randomly: one 12-14 year old group, one18-20 year old group; and 2 control groups. Participants took part in 10 Cognitive Therapy sessions. Results show that the treatment has been effective in both groups, but it has been more effective in the 12-14 year old group. Based on this study, the researcher recommends providing REBT psycho-educational programs in educational settings for adolescents who live in foreign countries. Also, it is recommended to integrate cognitive programming as part of classroom curriculum.
Keywords
Adolescents, irrational beliefs, Cognitive Therapy.
Divisions
Education
Event Title
Persidangan Inovasi Dalam Penyelidikan Pendidikan
Event Location
Universiti Malaya
Event Dates
13 Julai 2010
Event Type
conference