Mindfulness-based stress reduction and health benefits. A meta-analysis.
Journal of Psychosomatic Research July 1, 2004 DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3999(03)00573-7 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| 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. |
Abstract
Mindfulness-based stress reduction and health benefits. A meta-analysis.
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| Mindfulness‐Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness‐Based Cognitive Therapy – a systematic review of randomized controlled trials | 2011 | Systematic review |
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