Description
| Product ID: | 9781433822414 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | US |
| Title: | Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Insomnia |
| Authors: | Author: Jason C. Ong |
| Page Count: | 272 |
| Subjects: | Social, group or collective psychology, Social, group or collective psychology, Clinical psychology, Psychotherapy, Sleep disorders and therapy, Coping with / advice about illness and specific health conditions, Clinical psychology, Psychotherapy, Sleep disorders & therapy, Coping with illness & specific conditions |
| Description: | Chronic insomnia is a significant problem for many people, and existing treatments can be limited in their efficacy. Mindfulness-based therapy for insomnia (MBTI) is presented as a new, evidence-supported, and effective treatment program in this practical guide for clinicians. In this clinical guide, Jason C. Ong introduces mental health practitioners to an innovative, evidence-based treatment: mindfulness-based therapy for insomnia (MBTI). Chronic insomnia can impair cognitive abilities and the immune system and can intensify other mental and physical disorders. Yet existing medical, psychological, and alternative treatments have only limited success in treating this persistent disorder. This group intervention combines mindfulness meditation with principles and strategies derived from cognitive behavioral therapy using guided meditations, group discussions, and daily activities performed at home. Participants are able to cultivate greater self-awareness and change their unhealthy thoughts and behaviors surrounding sleep to reduce stress, sleeplessness, and other insomnia symptoms long after treatment has ended. Mental health professionals are shown how to integrate MBTI into their own practices through detailed session-by-session guidelines. They are also advised on evaluating potential participants prior to treatment by assessing physical and psychological issues that underlie their insomnia. The result is a versatile and effective approach for helping clients find relief. |
| Imprint Name: | American Psychological Association |
| Publisher Name: | American Psychological Association |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2016-08-15 |
