Why the study?
It was unknown whether mindfulness-based interventions can improve depression and anxiety symptoms in patients undergoing maintenance dialysis for end-stage kidney disease.
Does a brief mindfulness intervention improve depression and anxiety symptoms in patients undergoing dialysis compared to a Health Enhancement Program?
Does a brief mindfulness intervention improve depression and anxiety symptoms in patients undergoing dialysis compared to a Health Enhancement Program?
A brief mindfulness intervention may be superior to a health enhancement program for improving anxiety symptoms in dialysis patients, while both may be helpful for depression.
Supports brief mindfulness training to ease anxiety in dialysis patients; extends evidence for psychosocial interventions in end-stage kidney disease.
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