The effects of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on recurrence of depressive episodes, mental health and quality of life: A randomized controlled study.
Behav Res Ther April 18, 2010 DOI: 10.1016/j.brat.2010.04.006 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Randomized controlled trial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Individuals with a history of depressive episodes |
| Intervention | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy reduced recurrence of depressive episodes and improved mental health and quality of life compared with usual care, suggesting its effectiveness in preventing depression relapse. |
Abstract
The effects of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on recurrence of depressive episodes, mental health and quality of life: A randomized controlled study.