Abstract Background and aims This study aimed to empirically evaluate the clinical effectiveness of an integrative psychocorrection program targeting psycho-emotional disorders (depression, anxiety, helplessness) following ischemic stroke. The program uniquely merged Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) principles to improve emotional regulation and perceived control. Methods The cohort included 30 stabilized ischemic stroke patients (mean age 58.5) presenting with moderate-to-severe depression and anxiety. Participants were randomly allocated to either the Control Group (standard rehabilitation, n=15) or the Experimental Group (standard rehabilitation plus the 8-week integrative program, n=15). Methodology involved pre- (T1) and post-test (T2) measurements using the BDI-II, Spielberger-Hanin Anxiety Inventory, and the Locus of Control Scale. The intervention featured twice-weekly 60-minute sessions focusing on cognitive restructuring and mindfulness. Statistical validation used Student’s t-test. Results Post-intervention results showed statistically significant benefits in the Experimental Group: Depression scores (BDI-II) reduced substantially, demonstrating an 1.8-fold greater reduction compared to controls (p0.05). State anxiety significantly decreased, linked to improved focus on immediate coping mechanisms. Most critically, the Experimental Group showed a marked shift towards a more Internal Locus of Control, successfully restoring their belief in an active role in recovery and mitigating passive helplessness. Conflict of interest nothing to disclose
N. Maxamatjanova (2026) studied this question.