Journal of Socialomics

Abstract

First-Grade Students Effectiveness of Early Maladaptive Schema Therapy on Behavioral Syndromes Among First-Grade Students

Somaieh Salehi, Nahid ParsaSirat and Lida Motaghian

Introduction: This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of early maladaptive schema therapy on behavioral syndromes among first-grade students of Tehran/Iran.

Methods: The population of the study was all the students for ministry of science and education in Tehran. 180 students were selected by cluster random sampling method. The design of the study was pre-test, post-test with control group. 90 students assigned for experimental group and 90 students assigned for control group. Both group completed child behavior checklist (CBCL) before and after the therapy. Only experimental group received the therapy.

Results: The results showed early maladaptive schema therapy improved behavioral syndromes including externalizing and internalizing behavior of first grade students. The results showed that there is significant difference among all subscales of CBCL in children in pre-test and post-test (P<0.001).

Conclusion: It is suggested to promote parents in getting rid of dysfunctional, maladaptive emotional and behavior patterns caused by their own schemas. It is recommended to apply this therapy for all first-grade students to prevent other behavioral problems during school age.