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Sharon Simpson

4 papers in the library · 29 citations · publishing 2018-2022

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A systematic review and meta-analysis exploring the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions on quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis.

Journal of Neurology November 9, 2022 Robert Simpson, Stephanie Posa, Laura Langer et al.

Background: Quality of life (QoL) is commonly impaired among people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). The aim of this study was to evaluate via meta-analysis the efficacy of Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for improving QoL in PwMS. Methods: Eligible randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were identified via searching six major electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, Cochrane Central...

Mindfulness-based interventions for people with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review and meta-aggregation of qualitative research studies

Disability and Rehabilitation September 9, 2021 Robert Simpson, Sharon Simpson, Marina B. Wasilewski et al. 29 citations

PURPOSE: Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are effective treatments for stress, anxiety, and depression in PwMS. However, low adherence and high attrition may limit effectiveness. Qualitative research can provide important insights into MBI acceptability, accessibility, and implementation. This systematic review and meta-aggregation evaluated qualitative research findings on the use of...

Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Young Offenders: a Scoping Review.

Mindfulness 2018 Sharon Simpson, Stewart W Mercer, Robert Simpson et al.

Youth offending is a problem worldwide. Young people in the criminal justice system have frequently experienced adverse childhood circumstances, mental health problems, difficulties regulating emotions and poor quality of life. Mindfulness-based interventions can help people manage problems resulting from these experiences, but their usefulness for youth offending populations is not clear. This...

Acceptability of mindfulness from the perspective of stroke survivors and caregivers: a qualitative study.

Pilot and Feasibility Studies 2018 Bhautesh Dinesh Jani, Robert Simpson, Maggie Lawrence et al.

Depression is very common among stroke survivors with estimated prevalence rates of approximately 33% among stroke survivors, but treatment options are limited. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an effective treatment for depression generally, but benefits in stroke patients are unclear. The aim of this study was to determine the feasibility of delivering MBSR to stroke survivors and...