A case of using acceptance and commitment therapy matrix for pre-exam anxiety

VernacularTitle:应用接纳承诺疗法矩阵改善考前焦虑案例报告
Author: Yingmei XU ¹ ; Lulu GE ; Yan ZONG ; Fenfen WANG
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1. 北京大学医院,北京 100871
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: high-school student; pre-exam anxiety; acceptance and commitment therapy matrix; case con-ceptualization; case report
From: Chinese Mental Health Journal 2025;39(9):759-764
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective:To explore the effect of acceptance and commitment therapy matrix(ACT Matrix)for somatic symptoms associated with pre-exam anxiety in a high school student.Methods:An 8-session intervention was conducted,conceptualized by the ACT Matrix.The comprehensive assessment of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy processes(CompACT)and the evaluation of inverted U-shaped pressure curve were used for pre-and post-assessment.Results:The client's CompACT score increased from 56 to 71,and his stress level score decreased from 9 to 6.The client's somatic symptoms were significantly alleviated,the sleep improved,the relationship with his par-ents enhanced.Furthermore,The client exceeded expectation in the final semester exam.Conclusion:ACT Matrix effectively alleviated pre-exam anxiety-related somatic symptoms in a high school student,which is a useful tool to guide and facilitate the counseling.