Mindfulness-Based Therapies
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Authors
Arnold, Ashley M.
Issue Date
2008
Type
Thesis
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en_US
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Abstract
Mindfulness practices originate from Buddhism but are becoming incorporated into the
realm of clinical psychology with increasing popularity. Mindfulness involves bringing
attention to the present moment with an open, curious, nonjudgmental mind. This helps
individuals live in the here and now. By being fully present one can accept the current
situation and learn to live a life which is not dictated by symptoms. Mindfulness
interventions are part of the third wave therapies that include Acceptance and
Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based
Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR).
Mindfulness improves awareness of emotions and surroundings, creating a more enriched
and valued life; and it can be taught through a number of techniques. Most mindfulness
techniques require some sort of meditation. Although mindfulness research is still in its
infancy, findings suggest that mindfulness can be helpful across many disorders such as
borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, addiction, chronic pain, and stress.
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vi, 54 p.
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