Research article summary (published 29 Apr 2006):

A brief mindfulness-based stress reduction intervention for nurses and nurse aides.

Full Abstract

Whereas the causes and negative consequences of stress among nurses are well known, less is known about effective ways to reduce or prevent this growing problem. Mindfulness-based stress reduction programs are proving to be effective in reducing stress and improving health in a variety of clinical populations. A smaller body of evidence suggests that these programs are also effective for nonclinical populations at risk for stress-related health problems. This study involved the development and evaluation of a brief 4-week mindfulness intervention for one such group-nurses and nurse aides. In comparison with 14 wait-list control participants, 16 participants in the mindfulness intervention experienced significant improvements in burnout symptoms, relaxation, and life satisfaction. The results of this pilot study, together with a natural fit between mindfulness philosophy and nursing practice theory, suggest that mindfulness training is a promising method for helping those in the nursing profession manage stress, even when provided in a brief format.

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Author information

Author/s: Mackenzie, Corey S (CS); Poulin, Patricia A (PA); Seidman-Carlson, Rhonda (R);

Affiliation: Department of Adult Education and Counselling Psychology, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 1V6. cmackenzie(-atsign-)oise.utoronto.ca

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial

Journal: Applied nursing research : ANR (Appl Nurs Res), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2006-May; vol 19 (issue 2) : pp 105-9

Dates: Created 2006/05/26; Completed 2006/07/28; Revised 2008/11/21;

PMID: 16728295, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 12/26/2008)

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MeSH headings (categories)

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Adaptation, Psychological Adult Analysis of Variance Attitude of Health Personnel Burnout, Professional - prevention & control; psychology Feasibility Studies Female Health Education - organization & administration Health Promotion - organization & administration Humans Job Satisfaction Male

Middle Aged Mind-Body Relations (Metaphysics) Nurses' Aides - education; psychology Nursing Staff, Hospital - education; psychology Occupational Health Personal Satisfaction Pilot Projects Program Development Program Evaluation Questionnaires Relaxation Therapy - education Risk Factors

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