Timothy Leow

2 papers in the library · 19 citations · publishing 2024-2026

Papers

The effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on depression, PTSD, and mindfulness among military veterans: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Health psychology open January 1, 2024 Wendy Wen Li, Jaime Nannestad, Timothy Leow et al. 19 citations

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 studies with 1,131 participants found that Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) reduces depressive and PTSD symptoms with medium effect sizes in veterans, both within and between groups. MBSR also showed small improvements in mindfulness at post-intervention. Treatment effects for depression and mindfulness were maintained at follow-up between groups, but PTSD symptom reductions were not. No significant differences emerged between MBSR and cognitive behavioural therapy or person-centred group therapy for any outcome.

DOI: 10.1177/20551029241302969 Full text Mbsr Depression Defence force Mental health

Mindfulness Intervention for Navigating and Decreasing Stress (MINDS-V): Effectiveness of a Tailored Trauma-Informed Mental Health Intervention for Australian Veterans.

Military Medicine January 1, 2026 Wendy Wen Li, Marc Chao, Jennifer Gaskin et al.

A tailored Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program for Australian veterans led to significant reductions in PTSD, depression, and anxiety symptoms, measured at four time points including a two-month follow-up. Although mindfulness state did not significantly change, symptom improvements suggest mindfulness practice may support emotional regulation. Slight symptom resurgence occurred at follow-up, but scores remained significantly improved from baseline. The authors propose that long-term engagement strategies, such as booster sessions or community support groups, are essential for sustaining these outcomes.

DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usaf393 Full text