Mindfulness‐based stress reduction training yields improvements in well‐being and rates of perceived nursing errors among hospital nurses

2018 ◽  
Vol 74 (10) ◽  
pp. 2427-2430 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Daigle ◽  
France Talbot ◽  
Douglas J. French
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Hospital Nurses ◽  
Nursing Errors ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Rolling out a mindfulness-based stress reduction intervention for parents of children with ADHD: a feasibility study

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
R. Rice ◽  
A. Ni Bhearra ◽  
K. Kilbride ◽  
C. Lynch ◽  
F. McNicholas
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Parental Stress ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Children With Adhd ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
The Social ◽  
Strengths And Difficulties ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
Frequent Reason

Background: Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the single most frequent reason for attendance at Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in Ireland. Research has suggested that parents of children with ADHD experience more parenting stress than parents of non-clinical controls, yet routine treatment for ADHD rarely addresses parental well-being. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been found to result in a reduction in parental stress. Method: An adapted Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) intervention was delivered to parents (n = 23) of children with ADHD recruited from CAMHS and ADHD Ireland. Results: Following the intervention a significant improvement was documented within the social relationships domain of quality of life (WHOQOL-BREF) and a significant reduction on the child hyperactivity scale of the Strengths and Difficulties (SDQ) questionnaire. Conclusion: This pilot study suggests that an MBSR intervention is both feasible and effective for parents whose children have ADHD. Larger scale studies need to be conducted before inclusion in routine CAMHS.

Mindfulness-based stress reduction for people with chronic diseases

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Merkes
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
The Impact

Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is a structured group program that uses mindfulness meditation to improve well-being and alleviate suffering. This article reviews the impact of MBSR for people with chronic diseases. The review includes original research that was published in English and peer-reviewed and reported outcomes for adults with chronic diseases who had participated in an MBSR program. Fifteen studies were identified. Outcomes related to mental and physical health, well-being, and quality of life. The studies included different research designs, and used self-report and physiological outcome measures. Participants’ clinical diagnoses included fibromyalgia, chronic pain, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivity, and cardiovascular diagnoses. All 15 studies found that participation in an MBSR program resulted in improvements. No negative change was reported between baseline and follow up. Outcomes in regard to specific variables were difficult to compare and equivocal. Overall, positive change predominated. Chronic diseases are associated with a range of unwelcome psychological and physical consequences. Participation in an MBSR program is likely to result in coping better with symptoms, improved overall well-being and quality of life, and enhanced health outcomes. As an adjunct to standard care, MBSR has potential for much wider application in Australian primary care settings.

Personality as a predictor of well-being in a randomized trial of a mindfulness-based stress reduction of Danish women with breast cancer

2019 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina H. Jagielski ◽  
Diane C. Tucker ◽  
Susanne O. Dalton ◽  
Sylvie Mrug ◽  
Hanne Würtzen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Randomized Trial ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Longitudinal Impact of Mindfulness Meditation on Illness Burden in Solid-Organ Transplant Recipients

2005 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 166-172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Jo Kreitzer ◽  
Cynthia R. Gross ◽  
Xin Ye ◽  
Valerie Russas ◽  
Charoen Treesak
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Organ Transplant ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Solid Organ Transplant ◽  
Solid Organ ◽  
Transplant Recipients ◽  
Organ Transplant Recipients ◽  
The Past ◽  
Solid Organ Transplant Recipients ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Background In 2001, more than 24000 solid-organ transplant surgeries were performed in the United States. Although survival rates have steadily risen over the past 2 decades, transplant recipients commonly experience a myriad of symptoms after transplantation that compromise quality of life. Anxiety, depression, and insomnia frequently occur despite excellent function of the transplanted organ. Use of complementary and alternative medicine has risen sharply over the past 10 years, particularly among people with chronic illnesses. Methods Twenty solid-organ transplant recipients were enrolled in a clinical trial of mindfulness-based stress reduction. During the 8-week course, subjects learned various forms of meditation and gentle hatha yoga. Participants were given audiotapes for home practice and maintained practice diaries. Longitudinal analysis focused on the impact of mindfulness-based stress reduction on symptom management, illness intrusion, and transplant-related stressors. Results Significant improvements in the quality and duration of sleep continued for 6 months after completion of the mindfulness-based stress reduction course. Improvements after the completion of the course were also noted in self-report measures of anxiety and depression. Conclusions Mindfulness-based stress reduction is an effective treatment in improving the quality and duration of sleep. Because sleep is highly correlated with positive mental health and overall well-being, these findings suggest that mindfulness-based stress reduction has the potential of being an effective, accessible and low-cost intervention that could significantly change transplant recipients' overall health and well-being.

A Mindfulness Course Decreases Burnout and Improves Well-Being among Healthcare Providers

2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew J. Goodman ◽  
John B. Schorling
Keyword(s):  
Continuing Education ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Maslach Burnout Inventory ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Body ◽  
Personal Accomplishment ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
Mental Well Being

Objective: Healthcare providers are under increasing stress and work-related burnout has become common. Mindfulness-based interventions have a potential role in decreasing stress and burnout. The purpose of this study was to determine if a continuing education course based on mindfulness-based stress reduction could decrease burnout and improve mental well-being among healthcare providers, from different professions. Design: This was a pre-post observational study conducted in a university medical center. A total of 93 healthcare providers, including physicians from multiple specialties, nurses, psychologists, and social workers who practiced in both university and community settings, participated. The intervention was a continuing education course based on mindfulness-based stress reduction that met 2.5 hours a week for 8 weeks plus a 7-hour retreat. The classes included training in four types of formal mindfulness practices, including the body scan, mindful movement, walking meditation and sitting meditation, as well as discussion focusing on the application of mindfulness at work. The course was offered 11 times over 6 years. The main outcome measures were work-related burnout as measured by the Maslach Burnout Inventory and self-perceived mental and physical well-being as measured by the SF-12v2. Results: Maslach Burnout Inventory scores improved significantly from before to after the course for both physicians and other healthcare providers for the Emotional Exhaustion ( p < 0.03), Depersonalization ( p < 0.04), and Personal Accomplishment ( p < 0.001) scales. Mental well-being measured by the SF12v2 also improved significantly ( p < 0.001). There were no significant changes in the SF12v2 physical health scores. Conclusion: A continuing education course based on mindfulness-based stress reduction was associated with significant improvements in burnout scores and mental well-being for a broad range of healthcare providers.

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