April 2010 PMID 20350028

The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review.

Stefan G Hofmann, Alice T Sawyer, Ashley A Witt, Diana Oh

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a positive perception of the article, as many posts underscore its findings of benefits like reduced anxiety and depression, with phrases like 'huge benefits' and 'significant improvement.' The tone varies from supportive to mildly analytical, emphasizing the potential of mindfulness-based therapy and its consistent results across studies, indicating a general appreciation of its relevance and efficacy.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show support for the positive findings of the review, emphasizing the benefits of mindfulness therapy.

InterestModerate interest

Posts indicate moderate curiosity, with some highlighting potential benefits and notable evidence from the meta-analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are engaging by referencing specific study details and discussing broader implications, though not deeply critiquing.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the publication could influence attitudes toward mindfulness as an effective treatment, seen as promising but not revolutionary.

Abstract in brief

  • Mindfulness-based therapy shows a moderate effectiveness in reducing anxiety and depression symptoms, with overall effect sizes indicating significant improvement from pre- to post-treatment.
  • The meta-analysis of 39 studies with 1140 participants found that the therapy's benefits were consistent across different conditions like cancer, generalized anxiety disorder, and depression, and these improvements persisted over time.
  • The findings support mindfulness-based therapy as a promising treatment option for clinical populations suffering from anxiety and mood disorders.]

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Psychiatrist4U
@psychiatrist4_u · X

MINDFULNESS EXERCISE HAS HUGE BENEFITS The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Therapy on Anxiety and Depression: A Meta-Analytic Review https://t.co/31Agkdspdr

Jan 17, 2023 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
R-Tsukada
@ryo02730590 · X

マインドフルネスベースの治療が不安や気分障害に良い影響を与える可能性があるとのこと https://t.co/9jR1Yao54I

Dec 8, 2020 · 91 followers View post →
さいこぶんぶん。
@psycho_bunbun · X

Hofmann, S. G., Sawyer, A. T., Witt, A. A., & Oh, D. (2010). The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review. Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, 78(2), 169.

Dec 31, 2021 · 3 followers View post →
Vera Patras
@vera_patras · X

The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/xJ1lTMyIOp

Oct 25, 2019 View post →

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Psychiatrist4U
@psychiatrist4_u · X

MINDFULNESS EXERCISE HAS HUGE BENEFITS The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Therapy on Anxiety and Depression: A Meta-Analytic Review https://t.co/31Agkdspdr

Jan 17, 2023 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
さいこぶんぶん。
@psycho_bunbun · X

Hofmann, S. G., Sawyer, A. T., Witt, A. A., & Oh, D. (2010). The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review. Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, 78(2), 169.

Dec 31, 2021 · 3 followers View post →
R-Tsukada
@ryo02730590 · X

マインドフルネスベースの治療が不安や気分障害に良い影響を与える可能性があるとのこと https://t.co/9jR1Yao54I

Dec 8, 2020 · 91 followers View post →
Vera Patras
@vera_patras · X

The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/xJ1lTMyIOp

Oct 25, 2019 View post →