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Author : Morgan Levy
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Page : 256 pages
File Size : 13,59 MB
Release : 2018
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Author : Carla Martins
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 48,69 MB
Release : 2014-07-21
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0857008803
Based on extensive clinical research, this book sheds new light onto how Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) can be used with older adults as an effective complementary intervention, identifying specific ways in which MBSR programmes can be adapted and fine-tuned to meet the needs of this group. Presenting robust new evidence to support the efficacy of MBSR as a holistic therapeutic approach, the author draws interesting and original conclusions about its positive impact on older people's psychological and spiritual wellbeing, physical health, neuropsychological performance, attitudes towards death and dying and overall quality of life. The lived experiences of older adults taking part in an MBSR programme provide rich first-hand insights into the therapeutic process, and the author draws valuable conclusions about ethical considerations and the responsibilities and personal transformation of the MBSR facilitator. Professionals involved in delivering mindfulness-based interventions to older adults, including psychologists, counsellors, spiritual directors and physicians, will find this to be essential reading. It will also be of interest to students, academics and researchers wishing to keep abreast of the latest research and developments in the MBSR field.
Author : Lucia McBee, LCSW, MPH
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 18,79 MB
Release : 2008-03-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0826115292
"She shares with us her gold - the conception, trial and error implementation, and initial scientific investigation of a new, educationally-oriented treatment approach that she has named mindfulness-based elder care (MBEC)."-from the Foreword by Saki Santorelli, EdD, MA, Associate Professor of Medicine,Executive Director, Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and SocietyUniversity of Massachusetts Medical School Drawing on years of experience as a geriatric social worker and mindfulness-based stress reduction practitioner, the author has taken Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program and adapted it to the particular needs of elders, their families, and professional caregivers. Mindfulness practices focus on abilities, rather than disabilities, in order to provide paths to the inner strengths and resources that we all possess. McBee's Mindfulness-Based Elder Care conveys the benefits of mindfulness through meditation, gentle yoga, massage, aromatherapy, humor, and other creative therapies to this special population. She provides clear, concise instructions for her program, as well as a wealth of anecdotal and experiential exercises, to help readers at all levels of experience. Hers is the first book to fully explore the value of mindfulness models for frail elders and their caregivers. Features of this groundbreaking volume include: Valuable tips for establishing programs to address each population's specific needs and restrictions Designed for short classes or 8-week courses Detailed experiential exercises for the reader Replete with case studies Clear, easy-to-follow instructions for elders and caregivers at all levels This innovative book is suitable for use with a variety of populations such as nursing home residents with physical and cognitive challenges, community-dwelling elders, direct-care staff, and non-professional caregivers.
Author : Carla Martins
Publisher :
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 40,41 MB
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
ISBN : 9781306958820
The first research-based book on the efficacy of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for older adults, presenting academics, students and professionals with robust new evidence to support MBSR's positive impact on older people's wellbeing and valuable guidance on how to tailor MBSR programmes to meet the particular needs of this group.
Author : Christi Perry Hardeman
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Page : 230 pages
File Size : 38,34 MB
Release : 2019
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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the most widespread, costliest, yet preventable chronic health condition in the U.S. Reports show the national statistics of CVD related deaths outnumber deaths from all other chronic health conditions and are disproportionately seen among older adults. Previous research suggests that loneliness is directly linked to inflammation which significantly increases the risk for developing CVD. Previous intervention studies demonstrated that mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) programs decrease loneliness among healthy populations, but few studies employed a MBSR intervention to decrease loneliness and improve self-efficacy among older adults with CVD. This pilot study, utilized a one group pretest posttest pre-experimental design, to assess the feasibility and test whether an online MBSR intervention can impact loneliness and self-efficacy among older adults age 50 and older who are diagnosed with CVD. A sample of older adults (N=25) participated in the online MBSR either exclusively online (n=5) or in an assisted living facility (n=20). All participants were required to complete questionnaires and view videos for at least 60 minutes with optional meditation and readings. Results indicated the average video viewing times (87 minutes) with little to no meditation and reading. The univariate analyses, paired sample t-tests, and one-way analysis of variance conducted on the pre/post outcomes measures of loneliness and self-efficacy were not statistically significant. Future research should continue to assess the feasibility by exploring the essential treatment components and dosage for an effective MBSR intervention as well as various platforms for implementation in order to enhance acceptability of such programs targeting older adults with CVD.
Author : Zindel Segal
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 473 pages
File Size : 41,73 MB
Release : 2018-06-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1462537030
This acclaimed work, now in a new edition, has introduced tens of thousands of clinicians to mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) for depression, an 8-week program with proven effectiveness. Step by step, the authors explain the "whys" and "how-tos" of conducting mindfulness practices and cognitive interventions that have been shown to bolster recovery from depression and prevent relapse. Clinicians are also guided to practice mindfulness themselves, an essential prerequisite to teaching others. Forty-five reproducible handouts are included. Purchasers get access to a companion website featuring downloadable audio recordings of the guided mindfulness practices (meditations and mindful movement), plus all of the reproducibles, ready to download and print in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. A separate website for use by clients features the audio recordings only. New to This Edition *Incorporates a decade's worth of developments in MBCT clinical practice and training. *Chapters on additional treatment components: the pre-course interview and optional full-day retreat. *Chapters on self-compassion, the inquiry process, and the three-minute breathing space. *Findings from multiple studies of MBCT's effectiveness and underlying mechanisms. Includes studies of adaptations for treating psychological and physical health problems other than depression. *Audio files of the guided mindfulness practices, narrated by the authors, on two separate Web pages--one for professionals, together with the reproducibles, and one just for clients. See also the authors' related titles for clients: The Mindful Way through Depression demonstrates these proven strategies in a self-help format, with in-depth stories and examples. The Mindful Way Workbook gives clients additional, explicit support for building their mindfulness practice, following the sequence of the MBCT program. Plus, for professionals: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy with People at Risk of Suicide extends and refines MBCT for clients with suicidal depression.
Author : Lars Tornstam, PhD
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 47,49 MB
Release : 2005-06-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0826131352
Given the 2006 GREAT GERONTOLOGY AWARD for outstanding contribution to gerontological research by the Swedish Gerontological Society Received a VALUE GROUND AWARD from the journal Aldreomsorg (Old Age Care) Expanding upon his earlier writings, Dr. Tornstam's latest book explores the need for new theories in gerontology and sets the stage for the development of his theory of gerotranscendence. This theory was developed to address what the author sees as a perpetual mismatch between present theories in social gerontology and existing empirical data. The development towards gerotranscendence can involve some overlooked developmental changes that are related to increased life satisfaction, as self-described by individuals. The gerotranscendent individual typically experiences a redefinition of the Self and of relationships to others and a new understanding of fundamental existential questions: The individual becomes less self-occupied and at the same time more selective in the choice of social and other activities. There is an increased feeling of affinity with past generations and a decreased interest in superfluous social interaction. The individual might also experience a decrease in interest in material things and a greater need for solitary "meditation.î Positive solitude becomes more important. There is also often a feeling of cosmic communion with the spirit of the universe, and a redefinition of time, space, life and death. Gerotranscendence does NOT imply any state of withdrawal or disengagement, as sometimes erroneously believed. It is not the old disengagement theory in new disguise. Rather, it is a theory that describes a developmental pattern beyond the old dualism of activity and disengagement. The author supports his theory with insightful qualitative in-depth interviews with older persons and quantitative studies. In addition, Tornstam illustrates the practical implications of the theory of gerotranscendence for professionals working with older adults in care settings. A useful Appendix contains suggestions of how to facilitate personal development toward gerotranscendence. For Further Information, Please Click Here!
Author : Ruth A. Baer
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 30,32 MB
Release : 2015-07-14
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0080456200
Eastern spiritual traditions have long maintained that mindfulness meditation can improve well-being. More recently, mindfulness-based treatment approaches have been successfully utilized to treat anxiety, depressive relapse, eating disorders, psychosis, and borderline personality disorder. This book discusses the conceptual foundation, implementation, and evidence base for the four best-researched mindfulness treatments: mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). All chapters were written by researchers with extensive clinical experience. Each chapter includes the conceptual rationale for using a mindfulness-based treatment and a review of the relevant evidence base. A detailed case study illustrates how the intervention is implemented in "real life," exploring the clinical and practical issues that may arise and how they can be managed. This book will be of use to clinicians and researchers interested in understanding and implementing mindfulness based treatments. * Comprehensive introduction to the best-researched mindfulness-based treatments * Covers wide range of problems & disorders (anxiety, depression, eating, psychosis, personality disorders, stress, pain, relationship problems, etc) * Discusses a wide range of populations (children, adolescents, older adults, couples) * Includes wide range of settings (outpatient, inpatient, medical, mental health, workplace) * Clinically rich, illustrative case study in every chapter * International perspectives represented (authors from US, Canada, Britain, Sweden)
Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 33,58 MB
Release : 2020-05-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0309671035
Social isolation and loneliness are serious yet underappreciated public health risks that affect a significant portion of the older adult population. Approximately one-quarter of community-dwelling Americans aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated, and a significant proportion of adults in the United States report feeling lonely. People who are 50 years of age or older are more likely to experience many of the risk factors that can cause or exacerbate social isolation or loneliness, such as living alone, the loss of family or friends, chronic illness, and sensory impairments. Over a life course, social isolation and loneliness may be episodic or chronic, depending upon an individual's circumstances and perceptions. A substantial body of evidence demonstrates that social isolation presents a major risk for premature mortality, comparable to other risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, or obesity. As older adults are particularly high-volume and high-frequency users of the health care system, there is an opportunity for health care professionals to identify, prevent, and mitigate the adverse health impacts of social isolation and loneliness in older adults. Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults summarizes the evidence base and explores how social isolation and loneliness affect health and quality of life in adults aged 50 and older, particularly among low income, underserved, and vulnerable populations. This report makes recommendations specifically for clinical settings of health care to identify those who suffer the resultant negative health impacts of social isolation and loneliness and target interventions to improve their social conditions. Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults considers clinical tools and methodologies, better education and training for the health care workforce, and dissemination and implementation that will be important for translating research into practice, especially as the evidence base for effective interventions continues to flourish.
Author : Jabrenta Lavonne Hubbard
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Page : 114 pages
File Size : 49,5 MB
Release : 2011
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Research on the benefits of mindfulness practices has led to improvements in health, well-being, and cognitive tasks. Effects of a brief mindfulness intervention on an older adult African American population have not been studied. This study examined whether a brief mindfulness intervention improves recall and well-being in an older adult African American population when compared to a discussion group used as a control group. Fourteen African American older adults from a senior living community in Charlotte, North Carolina participated in this study. The individuals were assigned into an experimental group or a control group. Prior to any intervention, each participant's recall and well-being were tested. The recall was tested by the participant's first listening to a recording of a short story (A) and then immediately recalling what was remembered. Following a four day (30 minute/session) intervention of mindfulness training or a discussion group, participants' recall and well-being were again tested. Following the training, both groups were asked to recall the original short story (A). They were also given a recall test on a second short story (B). Short story A and B were used to help determine whether mindfulness affected the retrieval of information, encoding, or both. Mindfulness training and the discussion group effectively improved the participants' mindfulness levels. However, no statistically significant differences appeared between the experimental and control groups with regards to mindfulness, well-being, or recall from pre-intervention to post-intervention. Within this population, brief mindfulness intervention was not shown to be effective in improving recall and well-being.