The art and science of mindfulness
Subtitle: integrating mindfulness into psychology and the helping professions
By: Shauna L. Shapiro and Linda E. Carlson.
Contributors: Carlson, Linda E.
Publisher: American Psychological Association
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Washington, DC
Language: eng
Number of pages: 194
ISBN-13: 9781433804656
Subjects: Acceptance and commitment therapy
Description: "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, accepting, and discerning way. Drawing from Buddhist teachings and psychological theory, authors Shapiro and Carlson explore why mindful awareness is integral to the therapeutic healing process. Their book integrates the art and science of mindfulness to inspire greater well-being in both clinicians and their patients. As such, mindfulness is understood as a universal human capacity that can help bridge the gap between therapist and patient, reminding us that we are all human beings aspiring to greater health, happiness, and freedom from suffering"--Publisher description.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: What is mindfulness?; title: The mindful therapist; title: Mindfulness-informed therapy; title: Mindfulness-based therapy; title: Mindfulness-based interventions for psychological populations; title: Mindfulness-based interventions for medical populations; title: Mechanisms of action.