The Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Social Anxiety Symptoms in People Living with Alopecia Areata: A Single-Group Case-Series Design

    August 2023 in “ Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy ”
    Connor Heapy, Paul Norman, Sarah Cockayne, Andrew R. Thompson
    TLDR Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy may reduce social anxiety and improve wellbeing in people with alopecia areata.
    This study explored the impact of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) on social anxiety in individuals with alopecia areata (AA). Five participants underwent an 8-session MBCT intervention. Results showed that four participants experienced reductions in social anxiety from baseline to follow-up, with more significant effects observed at follow-up compared to post-intervention. Additionally, two participants who regularly practiced mindfulness at home showed significant improvements in wellbeing. The findings suggest that MBCT may effectively reduce social anxiety and enhance wellbeing in individuals with AA, potentially influenced by the frequency of mindfulness practice.
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