Treating chronic worry: Psychological and physiological effects of a training programme based on mindfulness.
Behaviour Research and Therapy June 11, 2010 DOI: 10.1016/j.brat.2010.05.012 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Pre-post study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Individuals with chronic worry |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key points | The mindfulness-based training programme reduced chronic worry and improved psychological well-being, with associated physiological changes. |
Abstract
Treating chronic worry: Psychological and physiological effects of a training programme based on mindfulness.
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