Efficacy of Cognitive Based Acceptance Program (CAP) on Perceived Stress and Depressive Symptoms Among Wives of Alcoholics

Alcoholism is a family ailment. The wives of alcoholics' experience high levels of stress and depression, which negatively impact on their psychological and physical health. The present study examined the efficacy of the Cognitive based Acceptance Program (CAP) for alleviating perceived stress and depressive symptoms of the wives of alcoholics. It used a 'two-group randomized control trial' with 36wives of alcoholics currently have high perceived stress and a moderate level of depressive symptoms. Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21)was used to measure the level of perceived stress and depressive symptoms. The intervention implemented for 6 weeks and the results displayed substantial effects brought about by the program. The data analysis was done utilizing mean scores, standard deviation, independent sample t-test, and Cohen's d. The findings revealed that the CAP was an effective intervention in reducing perceived stress and depressive symptoms among wives of alcoholics.