The ______ generation of behavioral therapies encouraged clients through acceptance and mindfulness-based strategies to acknowledge suffering or psychological discomfort as inevitable, NOT as obstacles to reaching personal goals.

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The third generation of behavioral therapies, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focuses on acceptance, mindfulness, and psychological flexibility. These therapies encourage clients to accept and live with discomfort as a part of life, rather than trying to eliminate or avoid it, to achieve personal growth and goals.

The ______ Generation of Behavioral Therapies Encouraged Clients Through Acceptance