A randomized controlled trial of mindfulness meditation versus relaxation training: Effects on distress, positive states of mind, rumination, and distraction

Jain, Shamini; L. Shapiro, Shauna; Swanick, Summer; C. Roesch, Scott; J. Mills, Paul; R. Bell, Iris; E. Schwartz, Gary

doi:10.1207/s15324796abm3301_2

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A randomized controlled trial of mindfulness meditation versus relaxation training: Effects on distress, positive states of mind, rumination, and distraction

Published in Annals of Behavioral Medicine • Feb 1, 2007

Authors:

Shamini Jain

Shauna L. Shapiro

Summer Swanick

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Although mindfulness meditation interventions have recently shown benefits for reducing stress in various populations, little is known about their relative efficacy compared with relaxation interventions. PURPOSE: This randomized controlled trial examines the effects of a 1-month mindful...

Subject

Meditation

Rumination

Relaxation (psychology)

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