Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy: a low intensity group program to prevent depressive relapse
Oxford Guide to Low Intensity CBT Interventions May 1, 2010 DOI: 10.1093/med:psych/9780199590117.003.0043 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key points | MBCT programs show evidence of effectiveness in preventing depression recurrence and can be adapted for delivery via telephone or internet. |
Abstract
Chapter 43 is concerned with preventing the recurrence of depression. This intervention coincides with the maintenance phase in the IOM spectrum of care. This chapter describes the use of a LI group program based on Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and provides the rationale behind MCBT, the session structure and content of an MCBT program, and the evidence of its effectiveness, concluding by discussing the potential of MCBT programs to be delivered in alternative formats such as via the telephone or internet.