Mindfulness‐Based Stress Reduction as supportive therapy in cancer care: systematic review

Smith, Joanna E.; Richardson, Janet; Hoffman, Caroline; Pilkington, Karen

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2648.2005.03592.x

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“…In the case of an aspired stress reduction, a combination of exercise therapeutic elements with the method of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) based on Jon Kabat-Zinn ought to be useful for patients under the treatment of HSCT. 61,62 At present, a study funded by the 'German Jose´Carreras Leukemia Foundation' (Project no. R05/33f) to examine such a combined intervention approach is in preparation.…”

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Physical exercise as adjuvant therapy for patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

Wiskemann

Huber

2007

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Physical exercise as adjuvant therapy for patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

Wiskemann

Huber

2007

Bone Marrow Transplant

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“…Although these data strengthen evidence for benefits of MBSR (41,53), the real-world feasibility of this intervention is still questionable. Rigorous commitments of time are required for instructors and participants, presenting a potential obstacle to the wide use of MBSR.…”

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“…Empirical support for the utility of MBSR has been provided by a handful of randomized trials (39,55) reporting benefits with regard to depression in college students (56), medical students (57), and cancer patients (52,53). Segal and colleagues offer convincing evidence that the intervention helps prevent depression relapse (58).…”

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Mindfulness meditation alleviates depressive symptoms in women with fibromyalgia: Results of a randomized clinical trial

Sephton¹,

Salmon²,

Weissbecker³

et al. 2007

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Objective. Depressive symptoms are common among patients with fibromyalgia, and behavioral intervention has been recommended as a major treatment component for this illness. The objective of this study was to test the effects of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) intervention on depressive symptoms in patients with fibromyalgia. Methods. This randomized controlled trial examined effects of the 8-week MBSR intervention on depressive symptoms in 91 women with fibromyalgia who were randomly assigned to treatment (n ‫؍‬ 51) or a waiting-list control group (n ‫؍‬ 40). Eligible patients were at least 18 years old, willing to participate in a weekly group, and able to provide physician verification of a fibromyalgia diagnosis. Of 166 eligible participants who responded to local television news publicizing, 49 did not appear for a scheduled intake, 24 enrolled but did not provide baseline data, and 2 were excluded due to severe mental illness, leaving 91 participants. The sample averaged 48 years of age and had 14.7 years of education. The typical participant was white, married, and employed. Patients randomly assigned to treatment received MBSR. Eight weekly 2.5-hour sessions were led by a licensed clinical psychologist with mindfulness training. Somatic and cognitive symptoms of depression were assessed using the Beck Depression Inventory administered at baseline, immediately postprogram, and at followup 2 months after the conclusion of the intervention. Results. Change in depressive symptoms was assessed using slopes analyses of intervention effects over time. Depressive symptoms improved significantly in treatment versus control participants over the 3 assessments. Conclusion. This meditation-based intervention alleviated depressive symptoms among patients with fibromyalgia.

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“…16,18,19 Critical reviews of research using mindfulness as an intervention with cancer outpatients identified its effectiveness in relieving physical and psychological symptoms. [20][21][22][23][24] However, minimal work has been done to apply this intervention among highly symptomatic and distressed patients experiencing an intense and lengthy hospitalization. If feasible, the integration of MM in the HSCT experience has potential to provide patients with coping skills to deal with unpleasant symptoms and an uncertain future.…”

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Facing the Challenges of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation With Mindfulness Meditation: A Pilot Study

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The hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) experience is emotionally and physically stressful for cancer patients who undergo this procedure. Mindfulness-based interventions have been studied in patients with various diagnoses, including cancer, although minimal work has applied this intervention to hospitalized patients. Use of mindfulness meditation has potential to provide HSCT patients with coping skills to deal with unpleasant symptoms and an uncertain future. This exploratory study examined feasibility, physiological arousal, and psychological and physical symptoms in HSCT patients participating in a mindfulness meditation intervention that begins before and continues throughout hospitalization and involves one-on-one guided sessions and daily practice using a 17-minute meditation CD. Of the 20 participants, 78.9% completed the intervention. Statistically significant decreases in heart and respiratory rates and improvements in symptoms immediately before and after each session were found. These findings demonstrate feasibility and preliminary support of a mindfulness meditation intervention with symptomatic, hospitalized cancer patients.

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Mindfulness‐Based Stress Reduction as supportive therapy in cancer care: systematic review

Cited by 234 publications

References 38 publications

Physical exercise as adjuvant therapy for patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

Physical exercise as adjuvant therapy for patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

Mindfulness meditation alleviates depressive symptoms in women with fibromyalgia: Results of a randomized clinical trial

Facing the Challenges of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation With Mindfulness Meditation: A Pilot Study

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