TY - JOUR
T1 - Impact of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on Diabetes Mellitus Psychological Well-Being and Glycemic Control
T2 - A Systematic Review
AU - Qona’ah, Arina
AU - Nursalam, Nursalam
AU - Kurniawati, Ninuk Dian
AU - Pandin, Moses Glorino Rumambo
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© 2024 National Academy of Medicine. All rights reserved.
PY - 2024/11
Y1 - 2024/11
N2 - 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.
AB - 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.
KW - diabetes mellitus type 2
KW - glycemic control
KW - Mindfulness-based stress reduction
KW - psychological well-being
KW - systematic review
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U2 - 10.47307/GMC.2024.132.s2.16
DO - 10.47307/GMC.2024.132.s2.16
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:85211196266
SN - 0367-4762
VL - 132
SP - s294-s304
JO - Gaceta Medica de Caracas
JF - Gaceta Medica de Caracas
ER -