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Mind & Life
Linda Carlson – Mindfulness and Cancer
Nov 2, 2023
Psychosocial oncology researcher Linda Carlson speaks about mindfulness and contemplative practices in cancer patients. Topics include early clinical trials, meditation and cancer stress, re-evaluating self and identity, mindfulness and cellular aging, inflammation impacts, increasing accessibility in health care, and building an academic society for contemplative research.
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- Acceptance-based approaches like mindfulness can help cancer patients regulate their emotions and accept their circumstances.
- Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR) programs improve the quality of life and reduce stress and anxiety in cancer patients.
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Acceptance-based approaches for coping with cancer
Cancer patients often experience the psychological challenges of mortality threat and loss of control. Acceptance-based approaches, such as mindfulness, can help individuals regulate their emotions and accept their circumstances. By practicing self-compassion and kindness, patients can navigate the emotional and existential challenges associated with cancer.
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