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Compassion meditation for posttraumatic stress disorder in veterans: A randomized proof of concept study

Abstract:

There is considerable interest in developing complementary and integrative approaches for ameliorating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Compassion meditation (CM) and loving‐kindness meditation appear to offer benefits to individuals with PTSD, including symptom reduction. The present study was a pilot randomized controlled trial of CM for PTSD in veterans. The CM condition, an adaptation of Cognitively‐Based Compassion Training (CBCT®), consists of exercises to stabilize attention, develop present‐moment awareness, and foster compassion. We compared CM to Veteran.calm (VC), which consists of psychoeducation about PTSD, rationale for relaxation, relaxation training, and sleep hygiene. Both conditions consist of 10 weekly 90‐min group sessions with between‐session practice assignments. A total of 28 veterans attended at least one session of the group intervention and completed pre‐ and …

Año de publicación:

2019

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    Tipo de documento:

    Other

    Estado:

    Acceso abierto

    Áreas de conocimiento:

    • Salud mental
    • Psicología

    Áreas temáticas:

    • Enfermedades
    • Farmacología y terapéutica
    • Problemas sociales y servicios a grupos

    Contribuidores:

    Harrison CastroHarrison Castro