EFFECTS OF ACCEPTANCE-COMMITMENT THERAPY AND SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING ON ANXIETY OF ADOLESCENT STUDENTS FROM FATHER-ABSENT FAMILIES IN LAGOS STATE

EFFECTS OF ACCEPTANCE-COMMITMENT THERAPY AND SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING ON ANXIETY OF ADOLESCENT STUDENTS FROM FATHER-ABSENT FAMILIES IN LAGOS STATE 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page                                                                                  i

Declaration                                                                                ii

Approval Page                                                                           iii

Dedication                                                                                  iv

Abstract                                                                                     vi

Table of Contents                                                                      vii

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1    Introduction                                                 1

1.2  Background of the study       3

1.3    Statement of the General Problem                                  4

1.4    Objective of the study                                                       5

1.5    Significance of the study                                                  5

1.6    Statement of hypothesis                                                   6

1.7    Scope of the study                                                             6

1.8    Limitation of the study                                                     7

1.9    Definition of terms                                                            7

CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW

2.0    Introduction                                                                      9

2.1    Review of related literature                                             9

2.2    Theoretical framework

2.3    Summary of review                                                           33

CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1    Introduction                                                                      35

3.2    Research design                                                                35

3.3    Area of study                                                                    35

3.4    Population of the study                                                    36

3.5    Sample size                                                                       36

3.6    Instrument for data collection                                          36

3.7    Reliability of the instrument                                            37

3.8    Validity of the Instrument                                               38

3.9    Method of data Collection                                                 38

3.10  Method of Data Analysis                                                  39

CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

4.1    Introduction                                                                      41

4.2    Characteristics of the respondents                                   41

4.3    Presentation of Data Analysis                                         43

4.4    Discussion of Findings                                                     48

4.5    Summary of findings                                                        49

CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1    Summary                                                                          51

5.2    Conclusion                                                                        52

5.3    Recommendation                                                              53

Biography                                                                         54

Appendix                                                                           56

Abstract:
This study aims to investigate the effects of Acceptance-Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Social Skills Training (SST) on anxiety levels among adolescent students from father-absent families in Lagos State. The absence of a father figure during childhood has been associated with various psychological challenges, including increased anxiety levels. Therefore, this research seeks to explore the potential benefits of ACT and SST interventions in reducing anxiety and enhancing the psychological well-being of adolescents in this specific demographic.

The study will employ a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test/post-test control group. Participants will be recruited from schools in Lagos State, comprising of adolescents aged 13 to 18 years from father-absent families. The sample will be randomly assigned to three groups: ACT intervention group, SST intervention group, and a control group. The ACT intervention will focus on promoting psychological flexibility and acceptance of distressing thoughts and emotions, while the SST intervention will aim to enhance social skills, communication, and relationship building.

Anxiety levels will be assessed using standardized self-report measures before and after the interventions. Additional demographic information, such as age, gender, and duration of father absence, will also be collected. Data analysis will involve inferential statistics, including ANOVA and regression analysis, to compare the pre- and post-intervention anxiety levels among the three groups.

It is hypothesized that both ACT and SST interventions will lead to a significant reduction in anxiety levels compared to the control group. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the ACT intervention will yield greater improvements in psychological well-being due to its emphasis on acceptance and emotional regulation, while the SST intervention will primarily enhance social skills and interpersonal relationships.

The findings of this study will contribute to the existing literature on interventions targeting anxiety in adolescents from father-absent families. Moreover, the results will provide valuable insights for mental health professionals, educators, and policy-makers in Lagos State to develop effective interventions and support systems that address the unique needs of this vulnerable population.

Keywords: Acceptance-Commitment Therapy, Social Skills Training, anxiety, adolescent students, father-absent families, Lagos State.

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