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Why Mindfulness?
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Welcome to Mystic Living Radio, where we dive deep into the mysteries of life and spirituality. I'm your host, Larry Laurence, and today we're exploring a topic of mindfulness. What is Mindfulness? Why has it become such a cultural phenomenon, and how it's transforming lives around the globe. Visit us at mysticlivingcenter.org for videos, practices and more...
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Here are a few notable studies along with their authors:
Mindfulness-based stress reduction and health benefits: A meta-analysis (2014) by Grossman, P., Niemann, L., Schmidt, S., & Walach, H. - This meta-analysis examined the effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) programs on a wide range of health outcomes, including stress reduction, anxiety, depression, and overall well-being.
- The effects of mindfulness-based interventions on cognition and mental health in children and adolescents: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (2019) by Dunning, D. L., Griffiths, K., Kuyken, W., Crane, C., Foulkes, L., Parker, J., & Dalgleish, T. - This meta-analysis investigated the impact of mindfulness-based interventions on cognitive functioning and mental health outcomes in children and adolescents.
- Mindfulness practice leads to increases in regional brain gray matter density (2011) by Hölzel, B. K., Carmody, J., Vangel, M., Congleton, C., Yerramsetti, S. M., Gard, T., & Lazar, S. W. - This study used MRI scans to examine changes in gray matter density in the brains of participants who underwent an 8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program.
- Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for recurrent depression: A randomized controlled trial (2000) by Segal, Z. V., Williams, J. M. G., & Teasdale, J. D. - This randomized controlled trial investigated the efficacy of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) as a relapse prevention strategy for individuals with recurrent depression.
- The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review (2010) by Hofmann, S. G., Sawyer, A. T., Witt, A. A., & Oh, D. - This meta-analysis examined the effectiveness of mindfulness-based therapies in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression across multiple studies.
These studies represent just a small fraction of the extensive research conducted on mindfulness over the years. They contribute valuable insights into the potential benefits of mindfulness practices for mental health, cognitive functioning, and overall well-being.
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