The theoretical and empirical basis for meditation as an intervention for PTSD.
Behavior modification November 1, 2012 Ariel J Lang, Jennifer L Strauss, Jessica Bomyea et al.
Meditation-based approaches for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are widely used, yet rigorous research on their effectiveness is scarce. This review examines three types of meditative practices—mindfulness, mantra, and compassion meditation—and discusses how they might reduce PTSD symptoms and improve quality of life. The empirical evidence is very limited but shows some promise, suggesting that further evaluation of meditation as a treatment for PTSD is justified.