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Impact of Group Reality Therapy Glaser on Self-Esteem and Depression of Betrayed Women: An Experimental Study with Control Group

Document Type : Original Articles

Authors

1 Department of Psychiatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran

2 Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran

10.30476/jrsr.2024.100099.1421

Abstract

Background: Marital infidelity is one of the most challenging issues in married life, often leading to adverse psychological outcomes such as depression and diminished self-esteem. This study aimed to examine the impact of Glaser’s group reality therapy on self-esteem and depression in betrayed women.
Methods: This experimental study employed a pre-test–post-test design with a control group. Thirty-six women referred to counseling centers under the supervision of the Social Welfare Organization were randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. The intervention group participated in ten 90-minute sessions of reality therapy. Data were collected using the Marital Adjustment Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and Beck Depression Inventory. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS software version 22, with a significance level set at p < 0.05.
Results: No significant differences were observed between the two groups regarding demographic variables. Similarly, pre-intervention scores for self-esteem (p = 0.756) and depression (p = 0.875) showed no significant difference between the groups. However, post-intervention analysis revealed a significant improvement in self-esteem and a significant reduction in depression scores in the intervention group compared to the control group (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: Group reality therapy based on Glaser’s model effectively enhances self-esteem and reduces depression among women affected by marital infidelity. It is recommended that relevant authorities incorporate such programs into support services for couples during their married life.

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Hossein Komeili Sani

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Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences & Research
Volume 12, Issue 4
December 2025
Pages 89-97
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