Brain Behav Immun October 2012 PMID 22820409

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training reduces loneliness and pro-inflammatory gene expression in older adults: a small randomized controlled trial.

J David Creswell, Michael R Irwin, Lisa J Burklund, Matthew D Lieberman, Jesusa M G Arevalo, Jeffrey Ma, Elizabeth Crabb Breen, Steven W Cole

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What people are saying

The discussions demonstrate a strong interest in the study's implications for health, with participants referencing the reduction of loneliness and gene expression changes, as well as using words like 'reduces' and 'systematic review' to highlight the significance of the findings. The tone suggests a recognition of the study's potential impact, though some comments are brief and focus on sharing the publication title.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize and support the findings that MBSR can reduce loneliness and inflammation, reflected in phrases like 'reduce loneliness and pro-inflammatory gene expression.'

InterestHigh interest

The mentions of the research title and related terms such as 'systematic review' and 'significant reduction' suggest high curiosity and relevance among participants.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discourse shows some depth, with references to specific biological mechanisms and the implications of the study, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The focus on the potential health benefits and the call to 'learn more' imply that users view this research as having noteworthy implications for health interventions.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program helped reduce loneliness and decreased the expression of proinflammatory genes associated with loneliness in older adults.
  • Participants in the MBSR group showed a significant reduction in loneliness, while the control group experienced a slight increase, and the gene expression associated with inflammation also decreased after treatment.
  • These findings suggest that MBSR may be a promising new approach for addressing loneliness and its related health risks, such as inflammation, in older adults.]

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Gustavo G. Diez (x)
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@yosoy_justicia - https://t.co/rq8QYdVejs Cellular transcripción factors and gene expression related to inmune system a systematic review - https://t.co/kG7fSMKBhL Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training reduces loneliness and pro-inflammatory gene expression in older adults

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UCLA Stress Lab
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RT @gustavodietz: @yosoy_justicia - https://t.co/rq8QYdVejs Cellular transcripción factors and gene expression related to inmune system a s…

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Dr. LoBisco
@DrLoBisco · X

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Training Reduces Loneliness and Pro-Inflammatory Gene Expression in Older Adults: A Small Randomized Controlled Trial https://t.co/Q4adl0GlcR Learn more https://t.co/HdiWT2UDWL

Apr 27, 2019 · 965 followers View post →
Anaís DV
@castanai_ · X

"Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training reduces loneliness and pro-inflammatory gene expression in older adults", dicen Creswell et al.

Oct 25, 2019 · 734 followers View post →

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UCLA Stress Lab
@UCLAStressLab · X

RT @gustavodietz: @yosoy_justicia - https://t.co/rq8QYdVejs Cellular transcripción factors and gene expression related to inmune system a s…

May 18, 2022 · 1 share · 3,082 followers View post →
Gustavo G. Diez (x)
@gustavodietz · X

@yosoy_justicia - https://t.co/rq8QYdVejs Cellular transcripción factors and gene expression related to inmune system a systematic review - https://t.co/kG7fSMKBhL Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training reduces loneliness and pro-inflammatory gene expression in older adults

Apr 25, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,683 followers View post →
Anaís DV
@castanai_ · X

"Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training reduces loneliness and pro-inflammatory gene expression in older adults", dicen Creswell et al.

Oct 25, 2019 · 734 followers View post →
Dr. LoBisco
@DrLoBisco · X

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Training Reduces Loneliness and Pro-Inflammatory Gene Expression in Older Adults: A Small Randomized Controlled Trial https://t.co/Q4adl0GlcR Learn more https://t.co/HdiWT2UDWL

Apr 27, 2019 · 965 followers View post →