Dahl, Wilson, & Nilsson, 2004

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APA Citation: 

Dahl, J., Wilson, K. G., & Nilsson, A. (2004). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and the treatment of persons at risk for long-term disability resulting from stress and pain symptoms: A preliminary randomized trial. Behavior Therapy, 35, 785-802.

Type of Publication: 
ACT: Empirical
Abstract: 

A small randomized controlled trial shows that a four hour ACT intervention reduced sick day usage by 91% over the next six months compared to treatment as usual in a group of chronic pain patients at risk for going on to permanent disability.

Key Words: 
ACT, chronic pain, long-term disability