Conventional economics believes that individuals are rational in their decisions based on five factors such as: considering all known options; using the maximum amount of available information; determining precise weight -albeit subjective- costs and potential benefits each option; accurate calculation various possible consequences; common sense factors; seeking to make sensible decisions. Howe...

introduction: in past decades, psychologists have emphasized the effects that family, cultural and social factors (specially, cognitive-behavioral approach and life skills) may have on mental health and on the treatment of mental disorders. the aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of confrontation cognitive-behavioral skills through group training on reducing anxiety and enhancing a...