A non-randomized comparison of mindfulness-based stress reduction and healing arts programs for facilitating post-traumatic growth and spirituality in cancer outpatients

Garland, Sheila N.; Carlson, Linda E.; Cook, Sara; Lansdell, Laura; Speca, Michael

doi:10.1007/s00520-007-0280-5

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“…12,18 We did not find statistically significant decreases in other psychologic domains often described with MBSR for adults, such as depression. This may be related to the adolescent-specific expression of anger and hostility as a predominant feature of depressive symptomatology, as opposed to melancholic symptoms commonly associated with adult depression.…”

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“…7,8 MBSR is a structured 8-week program of instruction, designed to enhance participants' mindfulness, or present-focused awareness. Research in adult patients with chronic pain, 9 cancer, [10][11][12][13] anxiety and depression, 14 and in heterogeneous clinical populations [15][16][17][18][19] have shown benefit in health-related quality of life, alleviation of physical symptoms, and decreased psychologic distress. Roth's research describes benefits of MBSR for low-income urban populations, with improvements in medical and psychologic outcomes, as well as decreased health care utilization.…”

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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Urban Youth

Sibinga¹,

Kerrigan

Stewart

et al. 2011

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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Objectives: The objectives of this study were to assess the general acceptability and to assess domains of potential effect of a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected and at-risk urban youth. Methods: Thirteen-to twenty-one-year-old youth were recruited from the pediatric primary care clinic of an urban tertiary care hospital to participate in 4 MBSR groups. Each MBSR group consisted of nine weekly sessions of MBSR instruction. This mixed-methods evaluation consisted of quantitative data-attendance, psychologic symptoms (Symptom Checklist 90-Revised), and quality of life (Child Health and Illness Profile-Adolescent Edition)-and qualitative data-in-depth individual interviews conducted in a convenience sample of participants until interview themes were saturated. Analysis involved comparison of pre-and postintervention surveys and content analysis of interviews. Results: Thirty-three (33) youth attended at least one MBSR session. Of the 33 who attended any sessions, 26 youth (79%) attended the majority of the MBSR sessions and were considered ''program completers.'' Among program completers, 11 were HIV-infected, 77% were female, all were African American, and the average age was 16.8 years. Quantitative data show that following the MBSR program, participants had a significant reduction in hostility ( p ¼ 0.02), general discomfort ( p ¼ 0.01), and emotional discomfort ( p ¼ 0.02). Qualitative data (n ¼ 10) show perceived improvements in interpersonal relationships (including less conflict), school achievement, physical health, and reduced stress. Conclusions: The data suggest that MBSR instruction for urban youth may have a positive effect in domains related to hostility, interpersonal relationships, school achievement, and physical health. However, because of the small sample size and lack of control group, it cannot be distinguished whether the changes observed are due to MBSR or to nonspecific group effects. Further controlled trials should include assessment of the MBSR program's efficacy in these domains.

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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Urban Youth

Sibinga¹,

Kerrigan

Stewart

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The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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“…These findings suggest that MBSR allows individuals facing a potentially life-threatening situation to find more value or meaning and satisfaction in family and psychological-spiritual domains of QOL. An evolving literature supports the notion that some individuals with cancer undergo post-traumatic growth, which leads to benefit finding in the face of adversity (Bellizzi, 2004;Carver and Antoni, 2004;Lechner, et al, 2006) and MBSR may facilitate such growth (Garland, et al, 2007).…”

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Effect of mindfulness based stress reduction on immune function, quality of life and coping in women newly diagnosed with early stage breast cancer

Witek-Janusek

Albuquerque

Chroniak

et al. 2008

Brain, Behavior, and Immunity

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This investigation used a non-randomized controlled design to evaluate the effect and feasibility of a mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) program on immune function, quality of life (QOL), and coping in women recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Early stage breast cancer patients, who did not receive chemotherapy, self-selected into an 8-week MBSR program or into an assessment only, control group. Outcomes were evaluated over time. The first assessment was at least 10 days after surgery and prior to adjuvant therapy, as well as before the MBSR start-up. Further assessments were mid-MBSR, at completion of MBSR, and at 4-weeks post MBSR completion. Women with breast cancer enrolled in the control group (Non-MBSR) were assessed at similar times. At the first assessment (i.e., before MBSR start), reductions in peripheral blood mononuclear cell NK cell activity (NKCA) and IFN gamma production with increases in IL-4, IL-6, and IL-10 production and plasma cortisol levels were observed for both the MBSR and Non-MBSR groups of breast cancer patients. Over time women in the MBSR group re-established their NKCA and cytokine production levels. In contrast, breast cancer patients in the Non-MBSR group exhibited continued reductions in NKCA and IFN gamma production with increased IL-4, IL-6, and IL-10 production. Moreover, women enrolled in the MBSR program had reduced cortisol levels, improved QOL, and increased coping effectiveness compared to the Non-MBSR group. In summary, MBSR is a program that is feasible for women recently diagnosed with early stage breast cancer and the results provide preliminary evidence of beneficial effects of MBSR on immune function, QOL, and coping effectiveness.

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“…Además, han resultado ser útiles, en cuanto a la reducción de síntomas de estrés, ansiedad, fluctuaciones en el estado de ánimo, rabia, dolor y sufrimiento, comunes en este tipo de enfermedades (Garland, Carlson, Cook, Lansdell y Speca 2007).…”

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La arteterapia como camino de transformación espiritual

Cáceres-Gutiérrez

Santamaría-Osorio

2018

Trab. Soc.

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Maestrante en Trabajo Social, con énfasis en familia y redes sociales Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia ResumenEl abordaje de la arteterapia y la espiritualidad permite describir el significado simbólico y universal que el arte -a través de sus manifestaciones-puede brindar al espíritu, para alcanzar su transformación integral -personal y transpersonal-. Dicha transformación se comprende en el artículo desde un marco de intervención en patología o en disfuncionalidad, así como de promoción en salud y crecimiento personal. ¿Qué tiene el arte que transforma a los individuos? Se defiende la idea de que la relación terapéutica, el acto creativo y el self auténtico son los pilares de una fructífera intervención individual y social. Art therapy as a path to spiritual transformation AbstractThe study of art therapy and spirituality makes it possible to describe the symbolic and universal meaning that the different expressions of art can contribute to the comprehensive transformation -personal and transpersonal-of spirit. The article understands said transformation from the perspective of intervention in pathology or dysfunctionality, as well as of health and personal growth promotion. What is it about art that transforms individuals? The paper argues that the therapeutic relation, the creative act, and the authentic self are the pillars of a productive individual and social intervention.

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A non-randomized comparison of mindfulness-based stress reduction and healing arts programs for facilitating post-traumatic growth and spirituality in cancer outpatients

Abstract: Both programs may improve facilitation of positive growth after traumatic life experiences for those who choose to participate. MBSR may be more helpful than HA in enhancing spirituality and reducing stress, depression, and anger.

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Effect of mindfulness based stress reduction on immune function, quality of life and coping in women newly diagnosed with early stage breast cancer

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