Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy: a promising new approach to preventing depressive relapse
J. Mark G. Williams, Willem Kuyken
The British Journal of Psychiatry May 1, 2012 DOI: 10.1192/bjp.bp.111.104745 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Keywords | Psychotherapist Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy Cognition Clinical psychology |
| Citations | 124 |
| Key findings | MBCT was developed as a psychological approach for people at risk for depressive relapse to learn how to stay well in the long-term. |
Abstract
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) was developed as a psychological approach for people at risk for depressive relapse who wish to learn how to stay well in the long-term. In this article we set out the rationale for MBCT, outline the treatment approach, overview the efficacy research to date and look to future challenges.