Full Description
In this new edition, authors Shapiro and Carlson draw from Eastern wisdom and practices as well as Western psychological theory and science to explore why mindful awareness is integral to the therapeutic healing process and to show clinicians how to connect with this deeper awareness.
Intention is fundamental to any project, endeavor, or journey. Related to intention is the concept of mindfulness - the awareness that arises through intentionally attending to oneself and others in an open, caring, and nonjudgmental way. Authors Shapiro and Carlson draw from Eastern wisdom and practices as well as Western psychological theory and science to explore why mindful awareness is integral to the therapeutic healing process and to show clinicians how to connect with this deeper awareness. This second edition is an accessible discussion of the fundamentals and also contains new sections describing the latest research on the neuroscience of mindfulness and mechanisms of change. Integrating the art and science of mindfulness to inspire greater well-being in both clinicians and their patients, this volume bridges a gap between therapist and patient, reminding us that we are all human beings wanting health, happiness, and freedom from suffering.
Contents
Foreword to the First Edition
Jon Kabat-Zinn
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I: What Is Mindfulness? And How Is It Applicable to Clinical Work?
Chapter : What Is Mindfulness?
Chapter 2: The Mindful Therapist
Chapter 3: Mindfulness-Informed Therapy
Chapter 4: Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy
Part II: Does It Help? And How Does It Help?
Chapter 5: Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Mental Health Populations
Chapter : Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Medical Populations
Chapter 7: How Is Mindfulness Helpful? Mechanisms of Mindfulness
Part III: Expanding the Paradigm
Chapter 8: Mindfulness and Self-Care for the Clinician
Chapter 9: Exploring the Farther Reaches of Human Potential
Chapter : Future Directions
Appendix A: Body Scan Instructions
Appendix B: Sitting Meditation Instructions
Appendix C: Walking Meditation Instructions
Appendix D: Resources
References
Index
About the Authors
