Mindfulness-based interventions for cancer-related pain and depression: a narrative review of current evidence and
Jennie Baxter1, Holly Welsh, Justin Grayer
1Adult Psychological Support Service, Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Sutton, UK.
Purpose Of Review:
People with cancer commonly experience persistent pain and psychological distress. Interventions are needed which address the multifactorial nature of pain and depression, yet few studies have examined the impact of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for cancer-related pain and depression.
Recent Findings:
MBIs for cancer-related pain and depression can be effectively delivered across a range of modalities and show promise for alleviating mood and some physical health symptoms, although not always pain. There is some evidence for the cost-effectiveness of MBIs.
Summary:
The field of MBIs would benefit from greater methodological rigour and investigation into a broader range of cancer populations to increase the knowledge base and in turn the evidence base on which interventions can be developed to the benefit to patients with cancer-related pain and depression.
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