Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy(MBCT)is frequently used for psychiatric disorders.Despite MBCT’s considerable potential for improving psychological health for patients,there is little empirical evidence to suppor...Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy(MBCT)is frequently used for psychiatric disorders.Despite MBCT’s considerable potential for improving psychological health for patients,there is little empirical evidence to support its practical application in Chinese.This review will define meditation and mindfulness,provide an overview of the development of MBCT,identify the evidence for the effectiveness of MBCT,and offer recommendations to medical personnels on how to provide support for patients receiving mindfulness intervention.展开更多
Chronic pain is a complex condition that is very detrimental to physical and psychological wellbeing. It carries a significant level of disability and economic burden. Pain patients frequently experience comorbid ment...Chronic pain is a complex condition that is very detrimental to physical and psychological wellbeing. It carries a significant level of disability and economic burden. Pain patients frequently experience comorbid mental illness (e.g. depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia) and often require psychotherapeutic interventions in addition to medication management. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have emerged as a means to treat several chronic conditions (e.g. chronic pain, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, stress, insomnia). The objective of this review is to evaluate the current research on the use of MBIs in chronic pain managment. Although there are several controlled trials on the use of MBIs in chronic pain management, only a few studies were found that demonstrated significant effects on pain intensity, quality of life, as well as physical and psychological functioning. Therefore, the current evidence is mixed and there are insufficient data to definitively confirm the full impact of the use of MBIs in chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic low back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. The lack of compelling evidence at this time signals a demand for higher quality investigations in this area. Research examining MBIs and concomitant CBT may be of great value in order to synergize and strengthen patient outcomes.展开更多
Objective: The pilot study was intended to test the feasibility of a multiple-component lifestyle intervention targeting African American adults in a weight control and cardiometabolic risk reduction program on diet, ...Objective: The pilot study was intended to test the feasibility of a multiple-component lifestyle intervention targeting African American adults in a weight control and cardiometabolic risk reduction program on diet, activity, and stress, using community-engagement principles. Methods: Applying mixed qualitative and quantitative measures, the intervention had a two-part sequential study design consisting of 12 weekly small group sessions that provided individual and group counseling in nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness, while incorporating focus group and interactive techniques to learn about barriers and acceptable practices for this population. The program was implemented at an African-American church in Nashville, Tennessee. Results: Thirty-four participants (aged 56.1 ± 11 years, body mass index (BMI) 36.7 ± 6.6 kg/m2) completed the intervention. Lifestyle changes after the 12 weekly sessions showed some positive trends including reduced sodium intake (from 2725.3 ± 326.5 to 2132 ± 330, mg/day, P = 0.008), increased walking steps (from 4392.1 ± 497.2 to 4895.3 ± 497.9, steps/day, not significant), and slightly decreased Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) scores (from 13.7 ± 1.4 to 12.4 ± 1.5, not significant). Body fat % among male participants decreased significantly (from 33.8 ± 2.6 to 28 ± 2.6, %, P = 0.043). Among cardiometabolic risk biomarkers, hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) decreased significantly (from 6.6 ± 0.2 to 6.1 ± 0.2, %, P β = 2.4, P = 0.006). Twenty-one participants took part in focus groups during the program to identify barriers to healthy lifestyle changes. Primary barriers reported were price, time for preparing healthy meals, unfamiliarity with mindfulness activities, their health condition, and daily schedule available for physical activities. Conclusions: This church-based pilot intervention was proven feasible by showing modest progress in reducing adiposity and decreasing HbA1c levels. The focus group and interactive methods facilitated program direction. Future full-scale studies are warranted to identify key strategies that provide more personalized approaches and supportive environments to sustain a healthy lifestyle among these at risk minorities with limited resources.展开更多
目的:探索网络正念减压疗法(MBSR)对严重精神障碍患者的照料者焦虑抑郁水平及生活质量的影响。方法:纳入2021年3月在云南省精神病医院封闭病房住院治疗的、诊断为精神分裂症或双相情感障碍患者的照料者93名作为研究对象,使用随机数字表...目的:探索网络正念减压疗法(MBSR)对严重精神障碍患者的照料者焦虑抑郁水平及生活质量的影响。方法:纳入2021年3月在云南省精神病医院封闭病房住院治疗的、诊断为精神分裂症或双相情感障碍患者的照料者93名作为研究对象,使用随机数字表法随机分为两组:对照组47名和MBSR干预组46名。对照组给予健康宣教、康复技能训练,干预组在健康宣教、康复技能训练的基础上给予8周基于网络的MBSR。分别于基线及8周后采用焦虑自评量表(SAS)、抑郁自评量表(SDS)、SF-36健康量表(The 36-item Short Form Health Survey)进行效果评价。结果:8周后,两组共脱落13名(对照组7名,干预组6名)。对照组与干预组基线SAS、SDS分值差异无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。8周后,干预组SAS、SDS分值较基线值均降低(均P<0.01),且明显低于对照组(均P<0.01),而对照组较基线值无明显变化(均P>0.05)。对照组与干预组基线SF-36总分及各个维度分值差异均无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。8周后,干预组SF-36总分及各个维度分值较基线时均升高,除生理功能维度外,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05),且明显高于对照组(均P<0.01);而对照组较基线时无明显变化(均P>0.05)。结论:网络MBSR可以减轻严重精神障碍患者照料者的焦虑抑郁水平,提高生活质量。展开更多
基金This work was funded by the Chia Family Foundation Health Fellowship Program which funded by the Yale-China Association(2013-2015).
文摘Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy(MBCT)is frequently used for psychiatric disorders.Despite MBCT’s considerable potential for improving psychological health for patients,there is little empirical evidence to support its practical application in Chinese.This review will define meditation and mindfulness,provide an overview of the development of MBCT,identify the evidence for the effectiveness of MBCT,and offer recommendations to medical personnels on how to provide support for patients receiving mindfulness intervention.
文摘Chronic pain is a complex condition that is very detrimental to physical and psychological wellbeing. It carries a significant level of disability and economic burden. Pain patients frequently experience comorbid mental illness (e.g. depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia) and often require psychotherapeutic interventions in addition to medication management. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have emerged as a means to treat several chronic conditions (e.g. chronic pain, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, stress, insomnia). The objective of this review is to evaluate the current research on the use of MBIs in chronic pain managment. Although there are several controlled trials on the use of MBIs in chronic pain management, only a few studies were found that demonstrated significant effects on pain intensity, quality of life, as well as physical and psychological functioning. Therefore, the current evidence is mixed and there are insufficient data to definitively confirm the full impact of the use of MBIs in chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic low back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. The lack of compelling evidence at this time signals a demand for higher quality investigations in this area. Research examining MBIs and concomitant CBT may be of great value in order to synergize and strengthen patient outcomes.
文摘Objective: The pilot study was intended to test the feasibility of a multiple-component lifestyle intervention targeting African American adults in a weight control and cardiometabolic risk reduction program on diet, activity, and stress, using community-engagement principles. Methods: Applying mixed qualitative and quantitative measures, the intervention had a two-part sequential study design consisting of 12 weekly small group sessions that provided individual and group counseling in nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness, while incorporating focus group and interactive techniques to learn about barriers and acceptable practices for this population. The program was implemented at an African-American church in Nashville, Tennessee. Results: Thirty-four participants (aged 56.1 ± 11 years, body mass index (BMI) 36.7 ± 6.6 kg/m2) completed the intervention. Lifestyle changes after the 12 weekly sessions showed some positive trends including reduced sodium intake (from 2725.3 ± 326.5 to 2132 ± 330, mg/day, P = 0.008), increased walking steps (from 4392.1 ± 497.2 to 4895.3 ± 497.9, steps/day, not significant), and slightly decreased Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) scores (from 13.7 ± 1.4 to 12.4 ± 1.5, not significant). Body fat % among male participants decreased significantly (from 33.8 ± 2.6 to 28 ± 2.6, %, P = 0.043). Among cardiometabolic risk biomarkers, hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) decreased significantly (from 6.6 ± 0.2 to 6.1 ± 0.2, %, P β = 2.4, P = 0.006). Twenty-one participants took part in focus groups during the program to identify barriers to healthy lifestyle changes. Primary barriers reported were price, time for preparing healthy meals, unfamiliarity with mindfulness activities, their health condition, and daily schedule available for physical activities. Conclusions: This church-based pilot intervention was proven feasible by showing modest progress in reducing adiposity and decreasing HbA1c levels. The focus group and interactive methods facilitated program direction. Future full-scale studies are warranted to identify key strategies that provide more personalized approaches and supportive environments to sustain a healthy lifestyle among these at risk minorities with limited resources.
文摘目的:探索网络正念减压疗法(MBSR)对严重精神障碍患者的照料者焦虑抑郁水平及生活质量的影响。方法:纳入2021年3月在云南省精神病医院封闭病房住院治疗的、诊断为精神分裂症或双相情感障碍患者的照料者93名作为研究对象,使用随机数字表法随机分为两组:对照组47名和MBSR干预组46名。对照组给予健康宣教、康复技能训练,干预组在健康宣教、康复技能训练的基础上给予8周基于网络的MBSR。分别于基线及8周后采用焦虑自评量表(SAS)、抑郁自评量表(SDS)、SF-36健康量表(The 36-item Short Form Health Survey)进行效果评价。结果:8周后,两组共脱落13名(对照组7名,干预组6名)。对照组与干预组基线SAS、SDS分值差异无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。8周后,干预组SAS、SDS分值较基线值均降低(均P<0.01),且明显低于对照组(均P<0.01),而对照组较基线值无明显变化(均P>0.05)。对照组与干预组基线SF-36总分及各个维度分值差异均无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。8周后,干预组SF-36总分及各个维度分值较基线时均升高,除生理功能维度外,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05),且明显高于对照组(均P<0.01);而对照组较基线时无明显变化(均P>0.05)。结论:网络MBSR可以减轻严重精神障碍患者照料者的焦虑抑郁水平,提高生活质量。
