OA02.02. Effect of MBSR and psychological state on inflammatory markers in HIV positive adults
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Purpose HIV induces a pro-inflammatory response that is linked to increased morbidity and mortality. Stress and depression have been associated with elevated inflammation. We sought to test whether Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) would improve high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) and D-dimer in HIV+ adults, and to explore the cross-sectional and longitudinal relationships between psychological state and these markers.
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عنوان ژورنال:
دوره 12 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012