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Mindfulness-based intervention as a treatment for select anxiety disorders

This paper evaluates the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions as a treatment option for patients diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and specific phobia. Diagnostic criteria and current treatment protocol options are summarized. Published literature reviews and case studies on mindfulness-based interventions were compiled and reviewed. Review of these publications showed that mindfulness-based interventions improve anxiety symptoms in patients with generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder. There were mixed results in patients with panic disorder. Overall, mindfulness-based interventions are a viable treatment option on its own and as an adjunct treatment for patients with generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder. They may be beneficial for patients with panic disorder and specific phobia patients.

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:bu.edu/oai:open.bu.edu:2144/48356
Date07 March 2024
CreatorsPavelich, Carson
ContributorsPalumbo, Carole, Franzblau, Carl
Source SetsBoston University
Languageen_US
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeThesis/Dissertation

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