Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT – What it is and why it matters
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?
Acceptance and commitment therapy or ACT for short, is a type of psychotherapy that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies with an action-oriented approach.
The aim is not the elimination of difficult or unpleasant feelings but to be open and accept them, find more effective ways to deal with these feelings, be present with what life brings, and go forward focusing on your values and things that are meaningful to you.
This then creates a positive spiral where you feel like you have a greater understanding over your emotions and are more in control of how you live.
‘The goal of ACT is to create a rich and meaningful life, while accepting the pain that inevitably goes with it.’
Components of ACT
There are three main components of ACT:
Being Open
Accepting and not fighting or avoiding your thoughts and experiences.
Being Aware
Being more present to your experience and to your thoughts.
Being Engaged
Choosing what is important to you i.e. values and taking small steps to move towards the direction of your values i.e. goal setting.
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Being Open
Being Aware
Being Aware
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common queries about the PACT app and learn how it can support you.
How can the PACT app help me?
The PACT app is designed to provide Personalised Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. It offers short, daily activities including audios, videos, and self-reflection exercises that help improve psychological well-being.
How do I set up and use the PACT app?
Setting up the app is straightforward -it can be downloaded on smartphones, tablets, or accessed via a computer. Once downloaded, follow the in-app guide to set your personal account up within minutes.
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT is a therapy focusing on acceptance and mindfulness combined with behavior change. The PACT app uses ACT principles to help users manage thoughts and feelings and engage in meaningful activities.
Who developed the PACT app?
The PACT app was developed by researchers from various universities with input from individuals with Parkinson’s and their carers to ensure the app meets the needs of its users. The app is funded by Parkinson’s UK to improve the mental health and quality of life of all its users.
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To learn more about the PACT app, or if you would like to know about future studies, get in touch with our team today by using the form below.