Review of experimental and quasi-experimental studies finds that mindfulness-based interventions are more effective than standard care for reducing depressive symptoms in adults with mental disorders
- Department of Psychology, Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York, USA
- Correspondence to: Steven Jay Lynn
Department of Psychology, Binghamton University, P.O. Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902, USA; stevenlynn100{at}gmail.com
Commentary on:
Implications for practice and research
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The findings highlight the use of meta-analysis as a valuable tool to evaluate mindfulness interventions.
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The research provides substantial support for mindfulness approaches in treating depression in the context of other symptoms and disorders.
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Evidence-based indications for practice are crucial given that up to 75% of patients with depression do not receive treatments based on scientific evidence.1
Context
Depression is one of the most common psychological disorders and is frequently comorbid with other psychiatric conditions. Mindfulness-based interventions have become increasingly popular mainstays of treatment and adjuncts to empirically established therapies.
Methods
The authors performed a meta-analysis of 39 studies across nine countries involving 1847 participants with …
