Michel Bédard

2 papers in the library · publishing 2003-2022

Papers

The efficacy of mindfulness‐based cognitive therapy to improve depression symptoms and quality of life in individuals with memory difficulties and caregivers: A short report

Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions December 27, 2022 Lana J. Ozen, Sacha Dubois, Megan M. English et al.

A randomized trial tested mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) for older adults with memory difficulties and their caregivers. Only 47% of participants completed the study, and the intervention did not significantly affect depression, anxiety, or mindfulness outcomes. However, improvements in non-judgmental awareness were associated with fewer depression symptoms in both groups (r = -0.90 for the memory-difficulty group; r = -0.76 for caregivers). Among caregivers, increased awareness and lower burden also correlated with reduced depression. The authors conclude that larger controlled trials are needed to determine MBCT's true effects in these populations.

DOI: 10.1002/trc2.12252 Full text Depression Meditation Caregivers Cognitive impairment +2

Pilot evaluation of a mindfulness-based intervention to improve quality of life among individuals who sustained traumatic brain injuries.

Disability and Rehabilitation July 8, 2003 Michel Bédard, Melissa Felteau, Dwight Mazmanian et al.

A mindfulness-based stress reduction program improved quality of life in individuals with mild to moderate traumatic brain injuries at least one year post-injury. Ten participants who completed the 12-week group program showed a mean improvement of 15.40 points on the SF-36 quality of life measure, compared to a decline of 1.67 points among three drop-outs used as controls. Improvements in the cognitive-affective domain of the Beck Depression Inventory II were also reported, while changes in overall depression and psychological distress approached but did not reach statistical significance. The authors argue the intervention encouraged acceptance and new perspectives on disability.

DOI: 10.1080/0963828031000090489 Full text