Mindfulness Meditation
Also known as: MBSR, mindfulness-based stress reduction, meditation, mindfulness practice
A formal practice of directing attention to present-moment experience with non-judgmental awareness. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an 8-week programme with strong evidence for reducing anxiety, depression, and stress. NICE recommends mindfulness for recurrent depression. Used by menopausal women to manage anxiety, sleep disturbance, and perceived hot flush severity.
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Research Context
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How does Mindfulness Meditation work?
Regular mindfulness practice reduces amygdala reactivity (reducing stress response) and increases prefrontal cortex activity (improving emotion regulation). Reduces cortisol and adrenaline output via HPA axis modulation. Increases GABA and serotonin activity. Reduces perceived severity of hot flushes by altering the cognitive appraisal of bodily sensations rather than reducing their physiological frequency.
Research Depth
Well Studied
Extensive human research over many years, including randomized controlled trials.
Long-Term Evidence
Unknown
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