Depression Research: Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (Expert Available)

Main Category: Depression
Also Included In: Psychology / Psychiatry;  Mental Health
Article Date: 02 Dec 2008 - 3:00 PDT

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Research revealed today outlines the success of group-taught meditation therapies, such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) when treating depression.

The Dove Clinic for Integrated Medicine offers a course of MBCT sessions that aim to teach patients the skills needed to help recognise and cope with the signs of depression.

Dr Richard Fuller of The Dove Clinic says, "Mindfulness approaches help us to focus on the present moment, rather than re-living the past or pre-living the future. This can help to halt the escalation of negative thought spirals and help with regaining control and confidence, and increase self-esteem."

The new research, published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology comapred patients undergoing group therapies with those taking conventional anti- depressant drugs.

For more information about the MBCT programme on offer at The Dove Clinic, and how the approach can benefit you, please visit http://www.doveclinic.com.

The Dove Clinic