Introduction to Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy: Session 1

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)

Mindfulness is a form of meditation rooted in the teachings of Eastern religious and particularly Buddhism. And in simple language it means being aware of your thoughts, behavior, emotions and special form of attention. Therapy based on mindfulness and acceptance as a cognitive-behavioral therapy known as the third wave. This therapy, mindfulness fundamental (basic) as the goal of treatment is ...

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

The authors respond to the article by H. F. Coelho, P. H. Canter, and E. Ernst (2007), which reviewed the current status of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). First, they clarify the randomization procedures in the 2 main MBCT trials. Second, they report posttreatment and follow-up data to show that trial participants allocated to "treatment as usual" did not become worse. Third, they ...

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for depression.

Embodied effects of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.

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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is an efficacious psychosocial intervention for recurrent depression (Kuyken et al., 2008; Ma & Teasdale, 2004; Teasdale et al., 2000). To date, no compelling research addresses MBCT's mechanisms of change. This study determines whether MBCT's treatment effects are mediated by enhancement of mindfulness and self-compassion across treatment, and/or by a...