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Psychological Flexibility as a Transdiagnostic Predictor of Mental Health Problems in Indian Young Adults

Author(s) Mr. Manumohan Lalmohan, Ms. Richa Gupta
Country India
Abstract Psychological flexibility refers to the ability to remain aware of the present moment, accept difficult thoughts and emotions, and engage in behaviours consistent with personal values. The present study aimed to examine the relationship between psychological flexibility and common indicators of psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, and stress, among Indian young adults aged 18–30 years. A quantitative, cross-sectional correlational research design was employed. Data were collected using an online questionnaire comprising the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire–II (AAQ-II), the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales–21 (DASS-21), and a demographic information sheet. Of the 122 responses received, 112 participants met the eligibility criteria and were included in the primary analysis. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Cronbach’s alpha, Pearson’s correlation, and simple linear regression. The findings revealed a weak negative correlation between AAQ-II scores and depression scores (r = −0.197, p = 0.037). However, the relationships between AAQ-II scores and anxiety (r = −0.041, p = 0.664) and stress (r = −0.005, p = 0.957) were not statistically significant. The findings did not provide consistent support for psychological inflexibility as a predictor across all three mental health outcomes. The study highlights the importance of further research involving larger and more diverse samples and careful verification of measurement procedures to understand the role of psychological flexibility in the mental health of Indian young adults.
Keywords Psychological Flexibility, Psychological Inflexibility, Transdiagnostic Approach, Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Indian Young Adults, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Published In Volume 8, Issue 5, September-October 2026
Published On 2026-10-23
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