scholarly journals Abnormal psychology for depression: From perspectives of relapse prevention and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy

2010 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-63 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoshinori Ito ◽  
Akira Hasegawa ◽  
Munenaga Koda
2010 ◽  
Vol 38 (5) ◽  
pp. 561-576 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate L. Mathew ◽  
Hayley S. Whitford ◽  
Maura A. Kenny ◽  
Linley A. Denson

Background: Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a relapse prevention treatment for major depressive disorder. Method: An observational clinical audit of 39 participants explored the long-term effects of MBCT using standardized measures of depression (BDI-II), rumination (RSS), and mindfulness (MAAS). Results: MBCT was associated with statistically significant reductions in depression from pre to post treatment. Gains were maintained over time (Group 1, 1–12 months, p = .002; Group 2, 13–24 months, p = .001; Group 3, 25–34 months, p = .04). Depression scores in Group 3 did begin to worsen, yet were still within the mild range of the BDI-II. Treatment variables such as attendance at “booster” sessions and ongoing mindfulness practice correlated with better depression outcomes (p = .003 and p = .03 respectively). There was a strong negative correlation between rumination and mindful attention (p < .001), consistent with a proposed mechanism of metacognition in the efficacy of MBCT. Conclusion: It is suggested that ongoing MBCT skills and practice may be important for relapse prevention over the longer term. Larger randomized studies of the mechanisms of MBCT with longer follow-up periods are recommended.


2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (6) ◽  
pp. 412-419 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Johnson ◽  
Donna Mullen ◽  
Iain D. Smith ◽  
Alistair Wilson

SummaryThere have been many developments in mindfulness-based approaches (MBAs) since the original mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) course was first delivered in the 1980s. There are now a variety of mindfulness approaches, which are used to good effect in a range of psychological and physical health disorders. The addictions field first witnessed the development of relapse prevention techniques more than 30 years ago. MBAs have been adapted for use in relapse prevention and can be offered as a mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP) course. MBSR or mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) courses may also be useful for those with addiction problems. In this article, we describe the MBAs that are commonly offered at present. We highlight ways in which these approaches may be useful in the addictions feld. We also make suggestions for clinicians who may be interested in offering MBAs within their own service.


2005 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-68 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. S. PAYKEL ◽  
J. SCOTT ◽  
P. L. CORNWALL ◽  
R. ABBOTT ◽  
C. CRANE ◽  
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2005 ◽  
Vol 162 (2) ◽  
pp. 324-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dominic H. Lam ◽  
Peter Hayward ◽  
Edward R. Watkins ◽  
Kim Wright ◽  
Pak Sham

2015 ◽  
Vol 83 (5) ◽  
pp. 964-975 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda J. Shallcross ◽  
James J. Gross ◽  
Pallavi D. Visvanathan ◽  
Niketa Kumar ◽  
Amy Palfrey ◽  
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