Mindfulness-Based Interventions for the Treatment of Anxiety
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Authors
Pun, Sunita
Issue Date
2025-04
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
anxiety , mindfulness , MBCT , MBIs , MBSR , mindfulness-based cognitive therapy , mindfulness-based interventions , mindfulness-based stress reduction
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Abstract
Anxiety-related disorders are common mental health issues with a significant global impact. While traditional treatments like medication and therapy remain standard, mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have emerged as an effective, non-pharmacological alternative for treating anxiety disorders. MBIs focus on cultivating present-moment awareness and acceptance. This capstone explores the effectiveness of MBIs, particularly Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), in reducing anxiety symptoms. Research, including clinical studies and meta-analyses, shows that MBIs significantly alleviate anxiety by improving emotional regulation, increasing self-awareness, and accepting thoughts and emotions without judging them. These approaches help address cognitive and emotional patterns, such as rumination and avoidance, that contribute to anxiety. This capstone will explore the concept of mindfulness and its practices, along with the nature of anxiety and its treatment options. Additionally, it will highlight areas that require further research, such as the duration, frequency, and accessibility of these interventions. The capstone will conclude with a discussion on creating a potential framework for using mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) to treat anxiety.
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