PoH quiz 7

Effects of mindfulness?

lower anxiety, depression and stress, decreases amygdala activity, improves self-regulation, goal attainment

higher positive affect, emotional regulation, increases prefrontal control

major mindfulness interventions?

mindfulness-based stress reduction

mindfulness-based cognitive therapy

acceptance and commitment therapy

dialectical (accepting as you are and committing to making positive changes) behavioral therapy

Effects of interventions?

increased emotional balance, resilience, immune response, empathy, relationship satisfaction, improves ability to cope with chronic pain - literally rewires brain - creates new connections relating to emotional balance, productivity and focus

reduced stress, decreased cortisol

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