Condition: Cancer · Mindfulness-based Intervention · Meditation · Sponsor: University of Derby
Background This study explores the effectiveness of Meditation Awareness Training (MAT), a second-generation mindfulness-based intervention, in enhancing quality of life, pain management, and psycho-spiritual wellbeing among cancer patients. Existing research underscores the benefits of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in alleviating psychological distress and improving overall quality of life for cancer patients. However, first-generation MBIs often exclude traditional Buddhist concepts such as impermanence and emptiness, Consequently, this can result in a superficial application that may not fully engage with the underlying causes of psychological distress or promote long-term spiritual and psychological growth. In contrast, second-generation MBIs like MAT aim to reintegrate these wisdom principles, potentially offering deeper psycho-spiritual benefits. By incorporating concepts like impermanence and emptiness, these interventions encourage a more holistic understanding and acceptance of life's challenges, fostering meaningful perspectives on illness and enhancing both spiritual and psychological wellbeing. This approach seeks to provide a more comprehensive and transformative experience for individuals, particularly those facing serious health challenges such as cancer. Aims The primary aim is to understand the effectiveness of MAT in individuals diagnosed with cancer. The study focuses on: Evaluating the impact of MAT on reducing psychological distress and enhan…
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Chloe Wells · +44 (0)1332 590500 · c.wells2@derby.ac.uk
William Van Gordon · +44 (0)7375962731 · w.vangordon@derby.ac.uk
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