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• there is scientific evidence to support the benefits of MF

  • Holzel - meditating 30 mins each day can improve the density of grey matter in areas associated with memory and stress
• MBSR can have a positive effect on our immune system

  • Davidson - 8 week course increased brain activity in areas associated wit positive emotion and produced more antibodies to a flu jab
• MF might be most effective when combined with CBT

  • MBCT - Teasdale found that 8 week course of MBCT significantly reduced depression for people who had experienced 3 or more experiences with depression
• MF does not involve dragging up the past and provoking anxiety unlike psychodynamic therefore its a more gentle approach
• clients may not be fully informed about the roots of MF as a key feature is meditation that rooted in the Buddhist religion and should be aware they are engaging in a religious practise as it may conflict their own religion
• practising MF can lead people to become more moral

  • Ruedy and Schweitzer - less likely to cheat on a task and uphold ethical standards