Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Marc P. Bennett, Rachel Clare Knight, Darren Dunning, Alan Archer-Boyd, Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, Edwin Dalmaijer, Tamsin Ford, J. Mark G. Williams, Hannah Clegg, Willem Kuyken, Tierney So, Gemma Wright, Bert Lenaert, Maris Vainre, Peter Watson, Tim Dalgleish
Summary: This study aims to investigate the impact of decentering training on the mental health of adolescents. By comparing participants who undergo decentering training with an active control group, it is expected that the results will help reduce depression and anxiety symptoms and improve overall psychological well-being.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Anna-Marie Jones, Clara Strauss, Mark Hayward
Summary: Group PBCT therapy conducted within the Sussex Voices Clinic (SVC) showed slightly lower engagement rates compared to the M4V trial, but achieved comparable outcomes. The therapy also displayed a relatively low cost, indicating potential cost-effectiveness and efficacy in routine clinical practice.
BEHAVIOURAL AND COGNITIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Si-si Jiang, Xue-hua Liu, Nan Han, Hai-jing Zhang, Wu-xiang Xie, Zhi-juan Xie, Xin-yuan Lu, Xuan-zi Zhou, Yu-qi Zhao, Ai-deng Duan, Shu-qin Zhao, Zhi-cheng Zhang, Xue-bing Huang
Summary: This study demonstrates that MBCT-A is as effective as CBT-A in reducing anxiety symptoms in GAD patients, and both interventions have long-term benefits.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Imke Hanssen, Marloes Huijbers, Eline Regeer, Marc Lochmann van Bennekom, Anja Stevens, Petra van Dijk, Elvira Boere, Rob Havermans, Rogier Hoenders, Ralph Kupka, Anne E. Speckens
Summary: This multicentre, evaluator blinded RCT aimed to investigate the added value of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) to treatment as usual (TAU) in bipolar disorder (BD). The results showed that MBCT was not more efficacious than TAU in reducing current depressive symptoms, but it was more effective than TAU in improving mindfulness skills. MBCT may be a treatment option for patients with moderate to severe levels of depression and functional impairment.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Hui Shen, Li Zhang, Yuhuan Li, Denise Zheng, Lizhao Du, Feikang Xu, Chuchen Xu, Yan Liu, Jie Shen, Zezhi Li, Donghong Cui
Summary: This study investigated the efficacy of a mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) on negative and cognitive symptoms in schizophrenia patients with residual negative symptoms. The results showed that MBI alleviated negative symptoms, improved cognitive performance, and emotional state in these patients.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Imke Hanssen, Marloes Huijbers, Eline Regeer, Marc Lochmann van Bennekom, Anja Stevens, Petra van Dijk, Elvira Boere, Rob Havermans, Rogier Hoenders, Ralph Kupka, Anne E. Speckens
Summary: This multicentre, evaluator blinded randomized controlled trial investigated the added value of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) to treatment as usual (TAU) in bipolar disorder (BD). The results showed that MBCT + TAU was not more efficacious than TAU in reducing current depressive symptoms, but was more effective in improving mindfulness skills. TAU was more effective than MBCT + TAU in reducing trait anxiety and improving mindfulness skills and positive mental health. Exploratory analysis revealed that participants with higher depressive symptoms and functional impairment at baseline benefitted more from MBCT + TAU than TAU.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tania M. Lincoln, Matthias Pillny, Bjoern Schlier, Mark Hayward
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of adding a module of Relating Therapy (RT) to treatment as usual (TAU) in reducing AVH distress, as well as testing the feasibility of patient recruitment, therapist training, and therapy monitoring in different psychological and psychiatric outpatient facilities in Germany.
Article
Psychiatry
Zulkiflu Argungu Musa, Kim Lam Soh, Firdaus Mukhtar, Kwong Yan Soh, Tajudeen Olalekan Oladele, Kim Geok Soh
Summary: The study aimed to examine the efficacy of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) in reducing depressive symptoms and intellectual disabilities among individuals with depression in Nigeria. Results showed that MBCT had a significant effect on decreasing depressive symptoms and disabilities, with participants reporting improvements in their experience of depression and ID.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jenny Yiend, Charlene L. M. Lam, Nora Schmidt, Bryony Crane, Margaret Heslin, Thomas Kabir, Philip McGuire, Christopher Meek, Elias Mouchlianitis, Emmanuelle Peters, Daniel Stahl, Antonella Trotta, Sukhwinder Shergill
Summary: This study investigated the feasibility and efficacy of Cognitive Bias Modification for paranoia (CBM-pa) in patients with paranoia. The results showed that CBM-pa was effective in reducing interpretation bias, improving paranoia symptoms, and reducing levels of depressed and anxious mood. The study provides a foundation for conducting a fully powered randomized controlled trial.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
T. Langlois, R. Sanchez-Rodriguez, A. Bourcier, P. Lamy, E. Very, S. Callahan, T. Lecomte
Summary: This study found that Accept Voices (c) has positive clinical effects on the management and acceptance of auditory verbal hallucinations in people with schizophrenia, and these effects remained at six-and 12-month follow-ups.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Sarah E. B. Francis, Frances Shawyer, Bruno Cayoun, Joanne Enticott, Graham N. Meadows
Summary: This study investigated the effectiveness of a group-based 8-week intervention, Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy (MiCBT), in reducing psychological distress and improving well-being. The results showed that the MiCBT intervention significantly reduced psychological distress and improved flourishing, with these improvements maintained at 6-month follow-up. Equanimity was found to be the most influential mediator of the primary outcome.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Mark Hayward, Katherine Berry, Stephen Bremner, Anna-Marie Jones, Sam Robertson, Kate Cavanagh, Heather Gage, Clio Berry, Suzanne Neumann, Cassie M. Hazell, David Fowler, Kathryn Greenwood, Clara Strauss
Summary: This study explored the feasibility of conducting a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of the GiVE intervention when delivered by assistant psychologists to patients with psychosis. The results showed that the GiVE intervention had better effects compared to supportive counseling and treatment as usual post-treatment, while at follow-up, supportive counseling showed better effects compared to GiVE and treatment as usual, with GiVE showing better effects compared to treatment as usual.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sonal Mathur, Mahendra P. Sharma, Srinivas Balachander, Thennarasu Kandavel, Y. C. Janardhan Reddy
Summary: The study indicates that mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is more effective in treating OCD compared to stress management training, with significant efficacy. Despite limitations such as a small sample size and high attrition rate in the control group, future research should compare the efficacy of MBCT with CBT and examine the sustainability of change in longitudinal studies.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Philip Spinhoven, Elena Hoogerwerf, Anne van Giezen, Anja Greeven
Summary: This study compares the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) with Relapse Prevention-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-RP) for patients with treatment-refractory anxiety disorders. The results show that MBCT can significantly reduce anxiety and other symptoms, and improve mindfulness skills. However, the treatment gains of MBCT were somewhat diminished after a 6-month follow-up. The study also suggests that the effects of MBCT on anxiety may not be mediated by mindfulness skills, difficulties in emotion regulation strategies, worry, or rumination. This indicates the potential application of MBCT in routine clinical care for patients with anxiety disorders who do not respond well to first-line psychological treatment.
JOURNAL OF ANXIETY DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Mar Rus-Calafell, Nils Ehrbar, Thomas Ward, Clementine Edwards, Mark Huckvale, Jennifer Walke, Philippa Garety, Tom Craig
Summary: This study explored the application of AVATAR therapy in engaging with distressing voices. The results showed that AVATAR therapy was well-received due to its digital components and distinctive features compared to traditional face-to-face therapy. The co-creation of the digital representation of the voice and role-playing were perceived as beneficial processes in promoting therapeutic dialogue. Participants reported positive engagement with the therapist and learned specific strategies to deal with the voices, resulting in a positive impact on their daily lives.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
J. L. Kingston, B. Schlier, L. Ellett, S. H. So, B. A. Gaudiano, E. M. J. Morris, T. M. Lincoln
Summary: This study developed and validated a self-report measure, the Pandemic Paranoia Scale (PPS), to assess heightened levels of suspicion and mistrust towards others due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The PPS showed sufficient model fit and measurement invariance across cultures, and demonstrated good reliability and validity. It offers an internationally validated and reliable method for assessing pandemic paranoia.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Social
Lyn Ellett, Anna Foxall, Tim Wildschut, Paul Chadwick
Summary: This study provides the first evidence that dispositional forgiveness can buffer feelings of paranoia following interpersonal transgressions, and that dispositional forgiveness is causally related to reduced paranoia.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALITY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Clio Berry, Andreea-Ingrid Baloc, David Fowler, Anna-Marie Jones, Cassie M. Hazell, Mark Hayward
Summary: This study investigated the therapeutic preferences of transdiagnostic voice-hearers and found that participants expressed a preference for individual, face-to-face interventions with at least nine sessions, led by highly experienced therapists, with a focus on enhancing coping strategies for voice-hearing experiences.
PSYCHOSIS-PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIAL AND INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Adriano Zanello, Daniel Mutanda, Othman Sentissi, Mark Hayward
Summary: This uncontrolled pilot study evaluated the benefits of brief-CSE in reducing distress related to AVH in French-speaking patients. It demonstrated that brief-CSE can be implemented in non-English-speaking routine clinical practice and can reduce several aspects of AVH subjective experience.
JOURNAL OF NERVOUS AND MENTAL DISEASE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Thorsten Barnhofer, Barnaby D. D. Dunn, Clara Strauss, Florian Ruths, Barbara Barrett, Mary Ryan, Asha Ladwa, Frances Stafford, Roberta Fichera, Hannah Baber, Ailis McGuinness, Isabella Metcalfe, Delilah Harding, Sarah Walker, Poushali Ganguli, Shelley Rhodes, Allan Young, Fiona Warren
Summary: This study aims to investigate whether Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) can be beneficial for depressed patients who have not responded to high-intensity therapy in the IAPT services. It will compare the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of MBCT with the usual treatment for these patients.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Guy William Fincham, Clara Strauss, Jesus Montero-Marin, Kate Cavanagh
Summary: Breathwork, a deliberate control of the breath, has gained significant attention and shows therapeutic potential for improving mental health. A meta-analysis of 12 randomized-controlled trials and a total of 785 adult participants revealed that breathwork interventions were associated with lower levels of self-reported/subjective stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. The results suggest that breathwork may be effective for reducing stress and improving mental well-being, but caution is advised to avoid exaggeration without sufficient evidence.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Annabelle Deane, Lyn Ellett, Mark Hayward
Summary: This study examined the acceptability and outcomes of a psychoeducation workshop for the parents of young people experiencing distressing voices in a UK CAMHS. The results showed that the workshop was acceptable and helpful for the parents, but some adaptations are needed.
CLINICAL CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Alison Roberts, Richard de Visser, Claire Rosten, Helen Startup, Clara Strauss
Summary: Emotion dysregulation is core to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Mindfulness Based Interventions may improve emotion regulation competency. This study found that the relationship between severity of BPD symptoms and emotion dysregulation is mediated by trait mindfulness.
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER AND EMOTION DYSREGULATION
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Aikaterini Rammou, Clio Berry, David Fowler, Mark Hayward
Summary: Research emphasizes the importance of clinicians assessing distressing voices in youth, but limited literature from adult health services shows that clinicians lack confidence and doubt the appropriateness of systematically assessing voice-hearing.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Aikaterini Rammou, Clio Berry, David Fowler, Mark Hayward
Summary: Limited research has explored the specific impact of voice-hearing experiences upon the social relating of adolescents. This study found that voice-hearing in youth is associated with social relating issues, negative schematic beliefs, and depressive and anxiety symptoms. The voice-hearing group also scored lower on premorbid adjustment, indicating potential difficulties in social relating. This suggests that addressing voice-hearing experiences in help-seeking youth is important in understanding and treating social relating difficulties.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Mark Hayward, Katherine Berry, Stephen Bremner, Kate Cavanagh, Guy Dodgson, David Fowler, Heather Gage, Kathryn Greenwood, Cassie Hazell, Anna-Marie Bibby-Jones, Sam Robertson, Morro Touray, Natalie Dailey, Clara Strauss
Summary: This study aims to investigate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of the GiVE intervention, delivered by assistant psychologists, for psychosis patients. If found effective, this intervention could contribute to increasing access to evidence-based psychological interventions for psychosis patients.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Sofia Loizou, David Fowler, Mark Hayward
Summary: This qualitative study explores the outcomes of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for distressing voices. The findings suggest differences in the priorities of service users and practitioners regarding changes in voice characteristics, understanding and managing emotions, and personal outcomes.
PSYCHOSIS-PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIAL AND INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Heather Massey, Hannah Denton, Amy Burlingham, Mara Violato, Anna-Marie Bibby-Jones, Rebecca Cunningham, Sandy Ciccognani, Sam Robertson, Clara Strauss
Summary: This study aims to investigate the feasibility of conducting a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of outdoor swimming as an intervention for depression. It will recruit 88 adults with mild to moderate symptoms of depression and randomize them into two groups: one receiving an 8-session outdoor swimming course in addition to usual care, and the other receiving usual care only. The study will assess recruitment and retention rates, acceptability of randomization and measures, and identify the primary outcome measure for a definitive RCT.
PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Lyn Ellett, Jessica Kingston, Eryna Tarant, Christos Kouimtsidis, Laura Vivarelli, Paul Chadwick
Summary: Limited research has been done on self-structure in clinical groups, especially on its change after psychological therapy. This study investigated self-structure in individuals with persecutory delusions and found significant differences between clinical and control groups. It also suggested that mindfulness therapy may potentially change self-structure.
