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Mindfulness-based stress reduction and health benefits. A meta-analysis.

J Psychosom Res July 1, 2004 DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3999(03)00573-7 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics	Meta-analysis Peer reviewed
Intervention	Mindfulness-based stress reduction
Topics	Meditation
Key findings	MBSR programs are associated with reduced stress and improved mental health outcomes, suggesting they offer health benefits, though the authors call for more research on mechanisms and long-term effects.

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction and health benefits. A meta-analysis.

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