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Kathi L Heffner

2 papers in the library · publishing 2016-2025

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction and loneliness in older adults: two randomized controlled trials.

The journals of gerontology. Series B, Psychological sciences and social sciences November 5, 2025 Janine M. Dutcher, Kirk W Brown, Emily K. Lindsay et al.

Loneliness is one of the most robust risk factors for morbidity and accelerated mortality among older adults, and effective interventions are needed. However, interventions to reduce loneliness have shown limited success, especially in this population. Indeed, research suggests that simply increasing social contact might not combat loneliness; instead, addressing the cognitive and emotional...

Meditation programs for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: Aggregate findings from a multi-site evaluation.

Psychological trauma : theory, research, practice and policy May 1, 2016 Kathi L Heffner, Hugh F Crean, Jan E Kemp

Interest in meditation to manage posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms is increasing. Few studies have examined the effectiveness of meditation programs offered to Veterans within Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) mental health services. The current study addresses this gap using data from a multisite VA demonstration project. Evaluation data collected at 6 VA sites (N = 391 Veterans)...