1 Article by Christian Makiol
Comparison of cognitive behavioral therapy and third-wave-mindfulness-based therapies for patients suffering from depression measured using the Beck-Depression-Inventory (BDI): A systematic literature review and network-meta-analysis.
Journal of affective disorders – March 05, 2025
Summary
Mindfulness-based therapies, part of the "third wave" of cognitive behavioral therapy, show promise in treating depression. A systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that both mindfulness and traditional CBT significantly improve depression outcomes. While mindfulness had a slight edge, both approaches effectively support recovery, highlighting their value in mental health treatment.
Abstract
Mindfulness-based therapies (MBT) are proposed as a "third wave" of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). This network meta-analysis investigated thi...