KMAN Counseling & Psychology Nexus

About the Journal

E-ISSN: 3041-9026
Director-in-Charge: Dr. Nadereh Saadati
Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Amelia Rizzo
Associate editor: Dr. Sefa Bulut
Owner: KMAN Research Institute
Publisher: KMAN Publication Inc. (KMANPUB)
Contact email: psychnexus@kmanpub.com /
kmanpsychnexus@gmail.com
Open access: YES

KMAN Counseling and Psychology Nexus stands as a pioneering megajournal in the field of psychology, offering an innovative approach to scholarly publishing. It uniquely combines both open peer-review and double-blind anonymous peer-review processes, ensuring the highest standards of academic rigor and transparency.

KMAN Counseling and Psychology Nexus invites researchers and practitioners to contribute to these dynamic fields. Each section is open for new submissions, welcoming innovative and impactful research that advances the understanding of various psychological disciplines. Authors are encouraged to share their insights and discoveries, contributing to the rich tapestry of knowledge in the realm of psychological science.

Sections and Focus Areas:

Health Psychology: This section is dedicated to manuscripts exploring the interplay between psychological factors and physical health. It emphasizes research aimed at understanding how psychological variables impact physical well-being and developing interventions to enhance health and wellness.

Clinical Psychology: Focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses and emotional disorders, this section encourages manuscripts that delve into the causes and mechanisms of mental illnesses and propose effective intervention strategies.

Rehabilitation Counseling: Manuscripts in this section concentrate on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. The focus is on overcoming barriers in various life aspects, including employment and education, and promoting independence and self-sufficiency.

Educational Psychology and Counseling: This section invites research that aids students in achieving academic and personal success. Key areas include strategies for improving study skills, time management, and the development of social and emotional skills crucial for school success and beyond.

Family and Couple Therapy: This section is divided into two sub-areas:

Family Therapy: Research here aims to enhance family communication, resolve conflicts, and understand the dynamics of healthy family functioning.
Couple Therapy: Manuscripts should focus on improving communication and resolving conflicts in romantic relationships, exploring the elements that contribute to healthy relationship dynamics.

Occupational and Organizational Counseling: This section looks for manuscripts that address the well-being and productivity of employees, focusing on creating positive work environments, employee wellness, and the impact of work-related stress.

Developmental Psychology: Dedicated to understanding the lifelong changes in individuals, this section seeks manuscripts that explore psychological, cognitive, and social development from infancy to adulthood, including influences like language acquisition, emotional and social development, and the role of cultural and societal factors.

Individuals with Special Needs: This section focuses on the development of communication skills, emotional regulation, social interaction, and adaptive learning strategies. Additionally, these studies explore the impact of environmental factors, such as family dynamics and educational settings, on the psychological well-being of individuals with special needs. The goal is to develop tailored interventions that enhance the quality of life, foster independence, and support the integration of individuals with special needs into society.

KMANCPN publishes two issues per year, with occasional special issues coming in addition.

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Current Issue

Vol. 4 (2026): Serial Number 6

Published: 2026-01-01

The Effectiveness of Dialectical Behavior Therapy on Health Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Identity Crisis among 15- to 18-Year-Old Students in Selective and Gifted Schools

Mohammadjavad Shahmiri iD , Leila Shokouhi Amirabadi ^* iD

This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of dialectical behavior therapy in reducing health anxiety, perfectionism, and identity crisis among 15- to 18-year-old male students enrolled in selective public and gifted schools. This applied, quasi-experimental study employed a pretest-posttest control-group design with a one-month follow-up. The statistical population consisted of approximately 1,500 male students aged 15-18 years attending selective public and gifted schools in Kermanshah, Iran, during the 2024-2025 academic year. Using convenience sampling and predetermined inclusion criteria, 40 eligible students were selected and randomly assigned to an experimental group and a control group, with 20 participants in each. Data were collected using the Ahmadi Identity Crisis Questionnaire, Hill Perfectionism Questionnaire, and Short Health Anxiety Inventory. The experimental group received eight 60-minute group-based dialectical behavior therapy sessions delivered twice weekly over one month, whereas the control group received no intervention. Assessments were conducted at pretest, posttest, and one-month follow-up. Data were analyzed using repeated-measures analysis of variance and Bonferroni-adjusted comparisons in SPSS version 27. Significant time-by-group interaction effects were observed for total health anxiety (F=5.418, p=.010, η²=.125), illness likelihood (F=9.257, p=.001, η²=.196), and negative consequences (F=7.840, p=.002, η²=.171), whereas general health concern was not significant (p=.252). Significant interaction effects were also found for total perfectionism (F=12.735, p=.001, η²=.251), interpersonal sensitivity (F=5.631, p=.005), striving for excellence (F=14.009, p=.001), organization (F=6.730, p=.002), purposefulness (F=4.874, p=.010), and high standards for others (F=3.890, p=.025), while perceived parental pressure was not significant (p=.943). Identity crisis also showed a significant time-by-group interaction (F=7.659, p=.001, η²=.168). Bonferroni comparisons confirmed significantly lower total health anxiety, total perfectionism, and identity crisis scores in the experimental group. Dialectical behavior therapy was effective in reducing health anxiety, most dimensions of perfectionism, and identity crisis among male students in selective and gifted schools, with effects generally maintained at one-month follow-up.

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