Mindfulness-based stress reduction: a non-pharmacological approach for chronic illnesses.
North American Journal of Medical Sciences 2011 DOI: 10.4297/najms.2011.320 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | Argues that mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) serves as a non-pharmacological approach for chronic illnesses, potentially reducing stress and improving quality of life, though no empirical data are provided. |
Abstract
Mindfulness-based stress reduction: a non-pharmacological approach for chronic illnesses.
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