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IRCT20260611069753N1 IRCT 2026-06-15 Islamic Azad University The Effect of Family Counseling Based on Rumi’s Teachings on Marital Relationships and Emotional Adjustment Effectiveness of Family Counseling Intervention Based on Rumi’s Masnavi Anecdotes on Improving Emotion Regulation and Marital Intimacy 2026-07-06 anticipated 30 Complete https://irct.ir/trial/90845 interventional Randomization: Randomized, Blinding: Not blinded, Placebo: Not used, Assignment: Other, Purpose: Education/Guidance, Randomization description: The statistical population of the present study will include all married master's degree students at Islamic Azad University. In the sample selection stage, convenience sampling method will be used. After selecting a sample size of 30 people, based on the research entry and exit criteria, participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: "narrative-based family counseling intervention" (intervention group) and "waiting list" (control group). Randomization will be performed using the random block method with variable sizes (4 and 6 people) by an independent statistician who is not involved in the implementation process. The random allocation list will be generated using the RAND function in Excel software and then placed in opaque, sealed, and numbered envelopes so that the researcher and participants are not aware of the allocation sequence (allocation concealment). The envelope will be opened and the allocation group will be informed only when each participant enters the study. To ensure the equality of basic variables (such as age and length of marriage), their distribution in the two groups will be examined during the statistical analysis stage. N/A Regulating emotion and marital intimacy. Intervention 1: Intervention group: Intervention group: Family counseling intervention based on the stories of Rumi's Masnavi; Duration of each session: 90 minutes. Total number of sessions: 8 sessions. Sequence of sessions: Twice a week. Implementation method: family-centered, with guided conversation, story analysis, emotional reflection, and practical exercises; Therapeutic tools used; This intervention relies on utilizing the educational, moral, and meaning-making capacity of Rumi's Masnavi stories along with family therapy techniques. The main intervention tools include the following: story therapy and narrative therapy, guided therapeutic conversation, cognitive restructuring based on the teachings of the stories, reflective and introspective exercises, problem-solving exercises, and improving family interaction; Session content: First session: Pre-test, introduction to the plan and familiarization with the concept of family, effective communication and the role of Masnavi anecdotes. Second session: Analysis of anecdotes related to misunderstanding and hasty judgments and their relationship with family conflicts. Third session: Teaching patience, controlling emotions and avoiding impulsive reactions using an appropriate anecdote. Fourth session: Focusing on empathy, active listening and understanding the feelings of family members. Fifth session: Examining forgiveness, forbearance and releasing old resentments. Sixth session: Emphasis on self-knowledge and accepting one's contribution to family conflicts. Seventh session: Teaching tolerance, accepting differences and solving common problems in the family. Eighth session: Conclusion, reviewing teachings, post-test and determining follow-up time. Intervention 2: Control group:Control group: The control group will not receive any intervention during the research, but will receive the treatment intervention after data collection to prevent factors that threaten the internal validity of the research, such as compensatory competition from the control group or demoralization. Undecided - It is not yet known if there will be a plan to make this available Justification or reason for indecision in sharing IPD is Due to the lack of completion of the research work and the failure to write the article, which is a requirement for publishing the data, I will publish the data as soon as the aforementioned issues are resolved.
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Ahvaz Iran (Islamic Republic of) 6137891998 +98 61 3333 3333 zjnadhle79@gmail.com Islamic Azad University Iran (Islamic Republic of) Being married Being a student at Azad University Having emotional disorders in marital relationships as diagnosed by a psychologist Having an age range between 25 years and 35 years 25 years 35 years Both Unwillingness to participate in research Participating in other psychotherapy sessions simultaneously with the research Z63.0 Problems in relationship with spouse or partner Treatment - Other Treatment - Other Intervention group: Intervention group: Family counseling intervention based on the stories of Rumi's Masnavi; Duration of each session: 90 minutes. Total number of sessions: 8 sessions. Sequence of sessions: Twice a week. Implementation method: family-centered, with guided conversation, story analysis, emotional reflection, and practical exercises; Therapeutic tools used; This intervention relies on utilizing the educational, moral, and meaning-making capacity of Rumi's Masnavi stories along with family therapy techniques. The main intervention tools include the following: story therapy and narrative therapy, guided therapeutic conversation, cognitive restructuring based on the teachings of the stories, reflective and introspective exercises, problem-solving exercises, and improving family interaction; Session content: First session: Pre-test, introduction to the plan and familiarization with the concept of family, effective communication and the role of Masnavi anecdotes. Second session: Analysis of anecdotes related to misunderstanding and hasty judgments and their relationship with family conflicts. Third session: Teaching patience, controlling emotions and avoiding impulsive reactions using an appropriate anecdote. Fourth session: Focusing on empathy, active listening and understanding the feelings of family members. Fifth session: Examining forgiveness, forbearance and releasing old resentments. Sixth session: Emphasis on self-knowledge and accepting one's contribution to family conflicts. Seventh session: Teaching tolerance, accepting differences and solving common problems in the family. Eighth session: Conclusion, reviewing teachings, post-test and determining follow-up time. Control group:Control group: The control group will not receive any intervention during the research, but will receive the treatment intervention after data collection to prevent factors that threaten the internal validity of the research, such as compensatory competition from the control group or demoralization. Emotion Regulation. Timepoint: 1. Pre-test (before the start of the intervention) 2. Post-test (immediately after the end of the intervention period) 3. One-month follow-up after the intervention. Method of measurement: The measurement method will be using the Gross and John (2003) Emotional Regulation Questionnaire. Marital Intimacy. Timepoint: 1. Pre-test (before the start of the intervention) 2. Post-test (immediately after the end of the intervention period) 3. One-month follow-up after the intervention. Method of measurement: The method of measurement will be the Thompson and Walker (1983) Marital Intimacy Questionnaire. Islamic Azad University Approved 2026-06-02 Ethics Committee of Islamic Azad University of Ahvaz Opposite Keshavarz Street, Farhang Shahr, Golestan Highway Ahvaz Khouzestan Iran (Islamic Republic of)