Mindfulness is associated with psychological health and moderates the impact of fibromyalgia

ConclusionHigher mindfulness is associated with less pain interference, lower impact of fibromyalgia, and better psychological health and quality of life in people with fibromyalgia. Mindfulness moderates the influence of fibromyalgia impact on anxiety, suggesting mindfulness may alter how patients cope with fibromyalgia. Future studies should assess how mind-body therapies aiming to cultivate mindfulness may impact the well-being of patients with fibromyalgia.Key points• Higher mindfulness was associated with better psychological health and lower overall impact of fibromyalgia.• Mindfulness moderated the relationship between overall fibromyalgia impact and anxiety.
Source: Clinical Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research