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Mechanisms of Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs)
In Brief
An observational study evaluating Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) for Depression and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 136 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Mindfulness-based Interventions (MBIs) are a family of standardized cognitive and behavioral therapies that focus on cultivating mindfulness-related skills for improving maladaptive cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes. MBIs have been developed for a wide range of problems, disorders, and populations and are increasingly available in a variety of health settings. This mixed methods study proposes to investigate proposed neurobiological, physiological, psycho-social-behavioral, and cognitive mechanisms by which MBIs may improve health outcomes.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Standardized 8-week Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy group with 26 hrs of in-class training and homework, along with 1 all-day retreat in which core mindfulness skills are developed
Standardized 8-week patient-centered educational approach which uses relatively intensive training in core meditation practices that teaches people how to take better care of themselves using mindfulness skills and live healthier and more adaptive lives.