Abstract

Introduction: It is a well-established fact that many diabetes mellitus patients grapple with psychological issues, which can often lead to depression if not properly managed. This systematic review was conducted to explore the impact of mindfulness therapies on the psychological well-being and blood glucose levels of those with diabetes mellitus. Methods: The systematic review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) criteria. The keywords were type 2 diabetes mellitus, mindfulness-based stress reduction, glycemic control, blood glucose, glycated hemoglobin, and psychological well-being. Data sources were from Scopus, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. The articles used were published in English fulltextbetween 2014-2023andwereresearcharticles. Results:Fifteen paperswerefoundthataddressedmindfulnesstherapy, with the majority focusing on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Eight meetings were held where MBSR was presented directly by professionals or through communication. In patients with type 2 diabetes, mindfulness significantly lowers HbA1c and fasting blood sugar levels. Mindfulness improves psychological well-being by reducing depression and anxiety and increasing resilienceandemotional health in patients with diabetes. Conclusion: The review concludes that MBSR therapy has the potential to significantly enhance psychological well-being and regulate blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. This therapy can help patients become more aware of and accept their condition, and healthcare professionals play a crucial role in supporting them to manage self-manage through mindfulness, empowering both patients and professionals in the process.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)s294-s304
JournalGaceta Medica de Caracas
Volume132
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2024

Keywords

  • diabetes mellitus type 2
  • glycemic control
  • Mindfulness-based stress reduction
  • psychological well-being
  • systematic review

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