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The potential role of mindfulness in psychosocial support for dermatology patients 자세히보기
  • 자료유형학술지논문
  • 저자명Montgomery, Kerry,Thompson, Andrew R.
  • 학회/출판사/기관명Elsevier Science B.V., Amsterdam.
  • 출판년도2018
  • 언어영어
  • 학술지명/학위논문주기Clinics in dermatology
  • 발행사항Vol.36No.6[2018]_x000D_
  • ISBN/ISSN0738-081X
  • 소개/요약While it is widely acknowledged that people living with skin conditions can experience higher levels of psychosocial distress than the general population, access to psychologic support in dermatology is limited. Given the physical and psychosocial consequences of living with skin conditions, interventions used within physical and mental health may be beneficial. Mindfulness, defined as “paying attention in a particular way: on purpose in the present moment and non-judgmentally,” has shown promise in improving outcomes in both mental and physical health populations, and studies have implicated a role for mindfulness in improving distress associated with skin conditions. The current review explores the theoretical underpinnings of mindfulness, in particular, the role it may play in reducing physiologic arousal and managing maladaptive thought processes. Although mindfulness interventions offer promise in reducing distress associated with skin conditions, further research is required to fully understand the underlying mechanisms of mindfulness and the active ingredient responsible for improving outcomes in dermatology patients. Mindfulness is one potential psychologic intervention and practitioners should be aware of the range of psychologic support options available. The current review also draws attention to the urgent need for further research into the effectiveness of psychologic interventions for dermatology patients.