Meditation‐based lifestyle modification in mild to moderate depression—A randomized controlled trial
H. Bringmann, A. Michalsen, M. Jeitler, C. Kessler, B. Brinkhaus, S. Brunnhuber, P. Sedlmeier
Depression and Anxiety March 21, 2022 DOI: 10.1002/da.23249 (opens in new tab) via Semantic Scholar
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA new program called Meditation-Based Lifestyle Modification (MBLM), a second-generation mindfulness-based intervention, appears to be an effective, low-risk, and cost-effective option for reducing the burden of depression in outpatients. The program shows promise as a treatment for depressive symptoms.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Efficacy study Randomized Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Depressive outpatients |
| Keywords | Medicine Psychology |
| Key finding | The Meditation-Based Lifestyle Modification (MBLM) program is an effective intervention for depressive outpatients. |
Abstract
Depression is a global key challenge in mental health care. The implementation of effective, low‐risk and cost‐effective interventions to reduce its disease burden is a necessity. The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of the new Meditation‐Based Lifestyle Modification (MBLM) program, a “second‐generation” mindfulness‐based intervention, in depressive outpatients.