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Mindfulness A brief introduction. Definition Simply- awareness- being in the present moment. “ Awareness of the present experience with acceptance” (Germer.

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1 Mindfulness A brief introduction

2 Definition Simply- awareness- being in the present moment. “ Awareness of the present experience with acceptance” (Germer et al, 2013) “ Open-hearted, moment to moment, non judgemental awareness” (Kabat-Zinn, 2004)

3 The Practice Mindfulness meditation- easily taught needs regular daily practice. Experiential ( non verbal) practice Increasing body of evidence of neurophysiological changes and behavioural/emotional outcome changes.

4 TYpes of Practice Focussed attention (concentration meditation) Open monitoring (seeing clearly). Monitoring thoughts and emotions. Loving kindness or compassion meditation. -Development of the emotional background of the meditation. Yoga or other physical movements can be part of the mindfulness practice. Eg. MBSR

5 Where is it used? Health. Group Practice or with individuals. Mind-body medicine- Kabat -Zinn and MBSR programme. Effective in helping patients with stress, pain, chronic ill health.

6 Health and well being Psychological therapies. Component of “third wave CBT”- practices. Evidence to support its use in treating anxiety, depression and stress. Effective for therapists and patients. Enhances personal wellbeing.

7 Education Mindfulness practices are widely used in schools. Enhances attention, self care and caring for others. In the UK mindful schools works with schools to introduce mindfulness. (www.mindfulschools.org)www.mindfulschools.org

8 Present level of use Group or individualised therapy. Part of medical or psychological treatment. Scottish Government recommends via NES- 2011 Mental Health -Matrix- that MBCT should be available to patients. Mindfulness Scotland is an organisation that brings together a variety of partner organisations. Mentioned in NICE guidelines CG 90 2009- The management of depression in adults. CG 123 2011- Common mental Health disorders

9 Future DEvelopment Give some time and space to people with busy stressful lives. A tool not a goal in itself. Develop a useful life skill. Offer to medical students as part of a support programme.

10 mythbusting Not a religious practice-entirely secular. Not simply a relaxation therapy.

11 Germer,C.K., Siegal, R.D, & Fulton, P.R. (2013) Mindfulness and Psychotherapy. 2nd Edn. New York: Guildford Press. Kabat-Zinn, J. (2004) Wherever You Go There You Are. London: Piatkus books. R

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