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Relationship Between Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction And Immune Function In Cancer And Hiv/Aids, Rachel L. Zeichner, Jeffery L. Kibler, Simon B. Zeichner Jan 2013

Relationship Between Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction And Immune Function In Cancer And Hiv/Aids, Rachel L. Zeichner, Jeffery L. Kibler, Simon B. Zeichner

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Objective: Chronic stress is widespread, and is detrimental to immune functioning and to overall physical and emotional health. These effects may be potentiated in patients with chronic illness, as high levels of chronic stress are common in this population. Numerous studies support the efficacy of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) in improving psychological functioning. If a strong relationship is found between MBSR and immune function, then MBSR may be implemented as a strategy to improve immune functioning and overall well-being.

Methods: In the present review paper, the relationship between MBSR and immune function is evaluated. Empirical studies measuring immune markers as …


Professors And Teaching, Robert W. Hill Jan 2013

Professors And Teaching, Robert W. Hill

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Don't Tell Them: Top Ten Tips For Student Success In Online Classes, Michael Simonson Jan 2013

Don't Tell Them: Top Ten Tips For Student Success In Online Classes, Michael Simonson

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Let's Get Practical, Michael Simonson Jan 2013

Let's Get Practical, Michael Simonson

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E-Books: The Future?, Michael Simonson Jan 2013

E-Books: The Future?, Michael Simonson

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Let's Get Practical 2, Michael Simonson Jan 2013

Let's Get Practical 2, Michael Simonson

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