Publications by authors named "Sreenidhi Nidamanur"
Unlabelled: The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program for breast cancer survivors (MBSR [BCs]) is a stress-reducing program designed to increase cognitive functioning through four meditational practices. This randomized clinical trial aimed to determine if improvements in cognitive functioning and perceived cognitive abilities achieved from the MBSR(BC) were mediated through increased mindfulness, decreased rumination, and decreased perceived stress. Breast cancer survivors (BCSs) who met inclusion criteria of stage I, II, or III BC and received either chemotherapy (CT) or both CT and radiation were randomized to either the 6-week MBSR(BC), or Breast Cancer Education Support (BCES) program, or to a usual care (UC) regimen.
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- Genetics might play a role in how breast cancer survivors respond to the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR(BC)) program in improving cognitive functioning and reducing symptoms.
- In a study involving 128 breast cancer survivors, researchers assessed the impact of specific genetic variants on the effectiveness of MBSR(BC) over several weeks, using various cognitive and symptom measurement tools.
- Key findings revealed that certain genetic markers were linked to better cognitive outcomes from MBSR(BC), suggesting that personalized treatment plans could be developed based on an individual's genetic profile to enhance recovery after cancer treatment.
Efficacy of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Breast Cancer (MBSR(BC)) a Treatment for Cancer-related Cognitive Impairment (CRCI): A Randomized Controlled Trial.
J Integr Complement Med
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program for breast cancer survivors (BCS) was evaluated in a randomized clinical trial to see if it improves cognitive performance compared to Breast Cancer Education Support (BCES) and Usual Care (UC).
- While all groups showed improvements in cognitive performance and symptom reductions, there were no significant differences in cognitive outcomes between the groups.
- The MBSR group experienced the highest reduction in fatigue, suggesting that while cognitive performance may not have significantly differed, the program was beneficial for overall well-being among participants.