Mindfulness on Symptom Control and Quality of Life in Patients in Palliative Care: A Systematic Review.
The American journal of hospice & palliative care July 19, 2023 DOI: 10.1177/10499091231190879 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Systematic review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients in palliative care |
| Topics | End-of-life distress Meditation |
| Key findings | The review suggests that mindfulness-based interventions may improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and depression in palliative care patients, but the evidence is limited and of low quality, indicating a need for further research. |
Abstract
Mindfulness on Symptom Control and Quality of Life in Patients in Palliative Care: A Systematic Review.
Comparable studies
Other systematic reviews and meta-analyses on end-of-life distress, most cited first.
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