After participants with type 2 diabetes underwent eight sessions of dialectical behavior therapy for eight weeks, there was a reported decrease in their body mass index. Those in the experimental group sustained a lower body mass index when followed-up after a span of three months.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Effect on Body Mass Index (BMI) in People with Type 2 Diabetes

A third wave cognitive-behavioral approach that is centered on learning how to regulate one's emotions, manage stress in difficult situations, and practice mindfulness. 

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- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Metacognitive Therapy (MCT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (awareness-based) (MBCT)

Types of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (Third Wave)

Sheikh, S., Alzackerini, S. M., Shirmahaleh, F. M., Zam, F., & Baseri, A. (2021). Investigating the effect of two methods of dialectic behavioral therapies and metacognitive therapy on the body mass index and emotional eating behavior in patients with type 2 diabetes. International Journal of Health Studies, 7(2), 36-42.

Investigating the Effect of two Methods of Dialectic Behavioral therapies and Metacognitive therapy on the Body Mass Index and Emotional Eating Behavior in Patients with type 2 Diabetes

Dialectical Behavior Therapy 

A third wave cognitive-behavioral approach that works to modify how one thinks about their own misconceptions. Patients also learn how to monitor and assess their thoughts. 

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