Intervention Fidelity in Mindfulness-Based Research and Practice: Overview of the Special Collection and State of the Field.
Global advances in integrative medicine and health January 1, 2025 Frederick M. Hecht, Rebecca S. Crane 1 citation
Mindfulness-Based Programs (MBPs) are increasingly used in health care, education, criminal justice, workplaces, and community settings worldwide, with some becoming standard care in publicly funded systems. Efficacy and cost-effectiveness research shows promising results, but assessing and ensuring fidelity of program delivery is still at an early stage. Without robust approaches to teaching skill and adherence to program form, dissemination and implementation could be compromised. This special collection presents research and practice on MBP intervention fidelity in teacher training, implementation, and governance. The introductory paper summarizes the collection, analyzes the field's current state, and outlines steps needed to advance understanding of these issues.