Time to gain trust and change—Experiences of attachment and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy among patients with chronic pain and psychiatric co-morbidity
B. Peilot, P. Andréll, Anita Samuelsson, C. Mannheimer, A. Frodi, A. Sundler
International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being 2014 DOI: 10.3402/qhw.v9.24420 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Qualitative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 10 |
| Population | Patients with chronic pain and psychiatric co-morbidity |
| Intervention | Attachment- and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy |
| Duration | 7- to 13-month therapy |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | Patients reported that attachment- and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and their interaction with the therapist were meaningful for well-being and pain management, and that they initiated a movement of change. The authors conclude the therapy seems valuable for this population and may require a trained psychotherapist with special knowledge of chronic pain. |
Abstract
The treatment of patients with chronic pain disorders is complex. In the rehabilitation of these patients, coping with chronic pain is seen as important. The aim of this study was to explore the meaning of attachment and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (CT) among patients with chronic pain and psychiatric co-morbidity. A phenomenological approach within a lifeworld perspective was used. In total, 10 patients were interviewed after completion of 7- to 13-month therapy. The findings reveal that the therapy and the process of interaction with the therapist were meaningful for the patients’ well-being and for a better management of pain. During the therapy, the patients were able to initiate a movement of change. Thus, CT with focus on attachment and mindfulness seems to be of value for these patients. The therapy used in this study was adjusted to the patients’ special needs, and a trained psychotherapist with a special knowledge of patients with chronic pain might be required.
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