Effects of Meditation-Based Stress Reduction in Younger Women with Breast Cancer.

Abstract

An increasing body of research literature has shown that psychological states have clear impact on recovery and quality of life in women with breast cancer. Psychosocial variables such as emotional expression, coping styles, and factors related to social support appear to have the most promise for improving quality of life and increasing the probability of prolonged survival. The current study seeks to adapt the University of Massachusetts Medical Center's Stress Reduction and Relaxation Program (SR&RP) for younger women with breast cancer. The SR&RP is a well-established intervention program with demonstrated effectiveness in improving emotional status and quality of life in individuals with a variety of serious medical problems. The program is educationally based.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1996
Accession Number
ADA322389

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  • James R Hébert

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  • University of Massachusetts

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Breast Cancer
  • Chemistry
  • Cytokines
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Education
  • Health
  • Hypotheses
  • Intervention
  • Materials
  • Medical Personnel
  • Melatonin
  • Neoplasms
  • Nutrition
  • Personnel Management
  • Physicians
  • Quality Of Life
  • Therapy

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