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An Exploratory Study of Group Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Older People with Depression

Auteurs: Frances Meeten, Susan Whiting, Caroline M. Williams

Gepubliceerd in: Mindfulness | Uitgave 3/2015

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Abstract

The benefits of a Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) group for older people with recurrent and/or chronic depression were explored using a measure of mood (DASS-21) and well-being (Ryff Psychological Well-being Inventory). Thirteen participants started the study and outcome measures were recorded at baseline, post-MBCT group and at a 6-month follow-up. Although there was only a small sample size that had complete pre- and post-group data (n = 9), improvements in depression and anxiety severity were noted and there was a significant improvement on ‘purpose in life’ and marginally significant improvement of ‘personal growth’, two of six domains on a measure of well-being. Participants were satisfied with the structure of the course but were less confident about committing to the daily practice after the group than pre-group. At 6 months follow-up, none of the group had relapsed into a major depressive episode. Further research with larger sample sizes and a control group to control for nonspecific therapeutic group factors is recommended.
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Metagegevens
Titel
An Exploratory Study of Group Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Older People with Depression
Auteurs
Frances Meeten
Susan Whiting
Caroline M. Williams
Publicatiedatum
01-06-2015
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Mindfulness / Uitgave 3/2015
Print ISSN: 1868-8527
Elektronisch ISSN: 1868-8535
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12671-014-0279-1

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