Mindfulness-based stress reduction in breast cancer: A qualitative analysis
Authors: Hoffman, C.J., Ersser, S.J. and Hopkinson, J.B.
Journal: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice
Volume: 18
Issue: 4
Pages: 221-226
ISSN: 1744-3881
DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2012.06.008
Abstract:There have been few qualitative investigations evaluating Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in breast cancer populations. The nested qualitative analysis reported here explores the acceptability and the perceived effect of MBSR. As part of a larger randomised controlled evaluative trial, 92 participants with stages 0 to III breast cancer completed a short proforma following week 8 of a MBSR programme conducted at The Haven, an integrated cancer support centre in London, UK in 2005-2006. Following thematic analysis, the most positive experiences from participants (n = 92) were reported to be; 1) being calmer, centred, at peace, connected and more confident; 2) the value of mindfulness practice; 3) being more aware; 4) coping with stress, anxiety and panic; 5) accepting things as they are, being less judgemental of myself and others; 6) improved communication and personal relationships and 7) making time and creating space for myself. All participants asked (n = 39) said that following MBSR training they had become more mindful. These understandings will be able to help shape the future teaching of MBSR in breast cancer. © 2012 Elsevier Ltd.
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Mindfulness-based stress reduction in breast cancer: a qualitative analysis.
Authors: Hoffman, C.J., Ersser, S.J. and Hopkinson, J.B.
Journal: Complement Ther Clin Pract
Volume: 18
Issue: 4
Pages: 221-226
eISSN: 1873-6947
DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2012.06.008
Abstract:There have been few qualitative investigations evaluating Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in breast cancer populations. The nested qualitative analysis reported here explores the acceptability and the perceived effect of MBSR. As part of a larger randomised controlled evaluative trial, 92 participants with stages 0 to III breast cancer completed a short proforma following week 8 of a MBSR programme conducted at The Haven, an integrated cancer support centre in London, UK in 2005-2006. Following thematic analysis, the most positive experiences from participants (n = 92) were reported to be; 1) being calmer, centred, at peace, connected and more confident; 2) the value of mindfulness practice; 3) being more aware; 4) coping with stress, anxiety and panic; 5) accepting things as they are, being less judgemental of myself and others; 6) improved communication and personal relationships and 7) making time and creating space for myself. All participants asked (n = 39) said that following MBSR training they had become more mindful. These understandings will be able to help shape the future teaching of MBSR in breast cancer.
Source: PubMed
Mindfulness-based stress reduction in breast cancer: a qualitative analysis.
Authors: Hoffman, C.J., Ersser, S.J. and Hopkinson, J.B.
Journal: Complementary therapies in clinical practice
Volume: 18
Issue: 4
Pages: 221-226
eISSN: 1873-6947
ISSN: 1744-3881
DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2012.06.008
Abstract:There have been few qualitative investigations evaluating Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in breast cancer populations. The nested qualitative analysis reported here explores the acceptability and the perceived effect of MBSR. As part of a larger randomised controlled evaluative trial, 92 participants with stages 0 to III breast cancer completed a short proforma following week 8 of a MBSR programme conducted at The Haven, an integrated cancer support centre in London, UK in 2005-2006. Following thematic analysis, the most positive experiences from participants (n = 92) were reported to be; 1) being calmer, centred, at peace, connected and more confident; 2) the value of mindfulness practice; 3) being more aware; 4) coping with stress, anxiety and panic; 5) accepting things as they are, being less judgemental of myself and others; 6) improved communication and personal relationships and 7) making time and creating space for myself. All participants asked (n = 39) said that following MBSR training they had become more mindful. These understandings will be able to help shape the future teaching of MBSR in breast cancer.
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