@article { , title = {A Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Body Image Dissatisfaction and Weight Self-Stigma in Adults}, abstract = {© 2018, The Author(s). Body image dissatisfaction (BID) and weight self-stigma are prevalent and associated with physical and psychological ill-health. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is increasingly employed for both, yet little is known about its effectiveness. Searches of 12 databases identified six studies using online, face-to-face or self-help ACT interventions for BID or weight self-stigma, of varying duration and intensity. Their effectiveness and quality were evaluated. Two reported improved BID, three improved weight self-stigma, and one reported no impact on weight self-stigma. Methodological issues (small sample sizes, lack of allocation concealment, attention control and long-term follow up) impacted the validity of findings. Due to the small number of studies and poor study quality, the effectiveness of ACT for BID and weight self-stigma remains unclear. Nonetheless findings suggest psychological flexibility may facilitate reduction in BID and weight self-stigma and indicate that brief online as well as lengthy face-to-face delivery may be useful. Suggestions for further research are made.}, doi = {10.1007/s10879-018-9384-0}, eissn = {1573-3564}, issn = {0022-0116}, issue = {4}, journal = {Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy}, pages = {189-204}, publicationstatus = {Published}, publisher = {Springer (part of Springer Nature)}, url = {https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/855231}, volume = {48}, keyword = {Centre for Appearance Research, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, body image, weight self-stigma, adults}, year = {2018}, author = {Griffiths, Catrin and Williamson, Heidi and Zucchelli, Fabio and Paraskeva, Nicole and Moss, Tim} }