The Quest for Mindful Sleep: A Critical Synthesis of the Impact of Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Insomnia
Sheila N Garland1, Eric S Zhou2, Brian D Gonzalez3
1Department of Psychology, Faculty of Science, Memorial University of Newfoundland, 232 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's Newfoundland, Canada. A1B 3X9; Division of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland, 300 Prince Phillip Dr., St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. A1B 3V6.
Abstract:
Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) for insomnia and sleep disturbances are receiving increasing clinical and research attention. This paper provides a critical appraisal of this growing area investigating the application of MBIs for people with insomnia and sleep disturbance. First, we discuss the theoretical justification for how mindfulness meditation practice may affect sleep processes. Second, we provide a focused review of literature published between January 1, 2012 and April 1, 2016 examining the impact of MBIs on sleep, broken down by whether insomnia or sleep disturbance was a primary or secondary outcome. Recommendations for future research are discussed.
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