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Mindful Self-Compassion Strategies for Survivors of Intimate Partner Abuse

Auteurs: Miki Tesh, Joy Learman, Rose M. Pulliam

Gepubliceerd in: Mindfulness | Uitgave 2/2015

Abstract

Intimate partner abuse is a significant public health issue that is associated with a number of negative emotional responses (such as self-blame and shame), as well as mental health outcomes (such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and suicidality). Although not commonly utilized with survivors of intimate partner abuse (IPA), current research indicates that mindful self-compassion (MSC), a concept embodied by the principles of self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness, can improve emotional responses and mental health outcomes for individuals who have experienced trauma. We lay out the research and potential benefits of using MSC as a healing technique for those who have experienced IPA. Intervention strategies to assist survivors in applying MSC are offered as tools for practitioners in working with survivors. Recommendations are made to guide future research in this area.

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Titel: Mindful Self-Compassion Strategies for Survivors of Intimate Partner Abuse
Auteurs: Miki Tesh
Joy Learman
Rose M. Pulliam
Publicatiedatum: 01-04-2015
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Mindfulness / Uitgave 2/2015
Print ISSN: 1868-8527
Elektronisch ISSN: 1868-8535
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12671-013-0244-4

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