Investigating the feasibility of an 8-week mindful breathing programme on breathlessness and self-efficacy in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: an open-label study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

High prevalences of anxiety and depression have been found in those with COPD which can exacerbate physically related impacts of increased levels of disability, and reduced enjoyment of life. Of particular concern is the anxiety-breathlessness cycle and reduced self-efficacy, which both adversely affect self-management of symptoms. Recognition of the need to address these issues has led to use of adjunctive psychologically based therapies including mindfulness. Standard mindfulness programmes have been found to be helpful in promoting a less distressing view of breathlessness and increasing self-efficacy in self-management; however, they can be difficult to access due to significant time commitments and need to travel for groups. This study examines a novel, portable, fl

SUBMITTER: Harris S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12039139 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature