Teasdale et al (2000)
Evaluated the effectiveness of MBCT among 145 depressed patients. It was found that MBCT provided the greatest help to those who had suffered the most number of previous episodes of depression (it didn’t have an effect in those who had only suffered 2 episodes in the past)
Ethics?
Access a course for £25 an hour or free at home- ethical so not expensive
Anyone can be taught the basics
Don’t have to always go to this
Good for people that don’t feel comfortable to see a psychologist- accessible
Doesn’t have a long waiting list
Complete to psychosurgery?
Psychosurgery- last resort and has side effects
Mindfulness- more affordable. Available for everyone, more effective.