Mindfulness as an Adjunct or Alternative to CBT-I.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to review theoretic frameworks and clinical trial data supporting mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for insomnia and provide suggestions for their use as an adjunct or alternative to CBT-I.
Results Summary
MBIs were found to improve sleep and reduce cognitive arousal, which are central to insomnia development and perpetuation. The study suggests MBIs can be effective as an adjunct or alternative treatment to CBT-I.
Population
Individuals with insomnia (specific demographics not detailed in the abstract).
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
Not specified
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) | increase | sleep | - | - | have been found to improve | #1 |
Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) | decrease | cognitive arousal | - | - | reduce | #2 |
Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are programs that teach mindfulness concepts through guided meditation and self-regulation practices. MBIs have been found to improve sleep and reduce cognitive arousal, which are central to the development and perpetuation of insomnia. In this article, we review theoretic frameworks and clinical trial effectiveness data supporting MBIs for insomnia. Based on this review, we provide suggestions for using MBIs as an adjunct or alternative treatment option to CBT-I with regard to how, when, and for whom. We conclude with an agenda for future directions that can clarify the use of mindfulness as a treatment option for insomnia.