Research on Mindfulness-based therapy (MBT)

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Mindfulness-based therapy (MBT) is a type of psychotherapy that integrates mindfulness techniques and principles into the therapeutic process. It has been used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, stress, and chronic pain.

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Research studies have shown that MBT can be effective in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, improving emotional regulation, and enhancing overall well-being. Some studies have also shown that MBT can improve cognitive function, reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and enhance immune function.

Here are some references to research studies on MBT:

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1) Hofmann, S. G., Sawyer, A. T., Witt, A. A., & Oh, D. (2010). The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 78(2), 169-183:

Hofmann et al. (2010) conducted a meta-analytic review of 39 studies to investigate the effects of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression. They found that mindfulness-based therapy had a significant effect on reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, with large effect sizes observed for both conditions. They concluded that mindfulness-based therapy may be a promising intervention for the treatment of anxiety and depression.

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2) Khoury, B., Lecomte, T., Fortin, G., Masse, M., Therien, P., Bouchard, V., … Hofmann, S. G. (2013). Mindfulness-based therapy: A comprehensive meta-analysis. Clinical Psychology Review, 33(6), 763-771:

Khoury et al. (2013) conducted a comprehensive meta-analysis of 209 studies to assess the effectiveness of mindfulness-based therapy for a range of psychological conditions. They found that mindfulness-based therapy had a significant effect on reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, with moderate to large effect sizes observed for each condition. They concluded that mindfulness-based therapy is a promising intervention for the treatment of a range of psychological conditions.

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3) Garland, E. L., Geschwind, N., Peeters, F., & Wichers, M. (2015). Mindfulness training promotes upward spirals of positive affect and cognition: Multilevel and autoregressive latent trajectory modeling analyses. Frontiers in Psychology, 6, 15:

Garland et al. (2015) conducted a study to investigate the effects of mindfulness training on positive affect and cognition. Using multilevel and autoregressive latent trajectory modeling analyses, they found that mindfulness training was associated with upward spirals of positive affect and cognition. They concluded that mindfulness training may promote positive emotional and cognitive functioning.

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4) Creswell, J. D., Pacilio, L. E., Lindsay, E. K., & Brown, K. W. (2014). Brief mindfulness meditation training alters psychological and neuroendocrine responses to social evaluative stress. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 44, 1-12:

Creswell et al. (2014) investigated the effects of brief mindfulness meditation training on psychological and neuroendocrine responses to social evaluative stress. They found that mindfulness meditation training reduced subjective distress and cortisol responses to the stressor. They concluded that brief mindfulness meditation training may be an effective strategy for reducing stress reactivity.

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These studies suggest that MBT can be a helpful therapy option for those struggling with mental health issues, but it's important to note that it may not be suitable for everyone. It's always a good idea to speak with a licensed mental health professional to determine the best treatment approach for your individual needs.

joyed. Depression can also cause physical symptoms such as fatigue, changes in appetite, and difficulty sleeping.

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Please Note: Depression, PTSD and GAD are considered medical diagnoses. If you have been diagnosed or suspect you may have a medical conditions, you should consult your GP for advice, diagnosis and treatment and always inform your health professional before starting any alternative or additional therapies or treatments. 

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