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Thus, there is insufficient scientific evidence to support mindfulness as an effective treatment used to mitigate potentially severe deficits in individuals with autism (i.e., deficits in communication and the occurrence of challenging behavior).
Mindfulness-based therapies, such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), have shown to be effective for neurodivergent people, including those with autism.
24 lip 2024 · Tailored mindfulness interventions, such as individual mindfulness therapy for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), yoga and mindfulness practices for youth with ASD, and virtual group-based mindfulness interventions for autistic adults, all show feasibility and potential benefits.
12 sie 2022 · The resulting program, called Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorders (MBT-AS), has 9 weekly sessions of 2.5 h each, 40–60 min of meditation practice 6 days a week, and home practice exercises.
Despite growing interest in MBIs for adolescents with ASD, there are few clinical delivery resources to support clinicians untrained in the use of mindfulness within therapy. This article uses an ASD-specific MBI as an exemplar to outline common challenges and solutions for clinicians using MBIs with adolescents with ER impairment.
Mindful movement combines mindfulness with gentle physical activity. It can help individuals with autism increase body awareness, regulate emotions, and enhance focus. Here are a few mindful movement activities to try: Yoga: Practice yoga poses that promote strength, flexibility, and relaxation.
Mindfulness-based therapies are rising in popularity. However, evidence for their effectiveness in reducing psychological distress and enhancing wellbeing for families living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is limited.
