[Video-Based Online Metta-Meditation Therapy for Depression: A Pilot Trial Evaluating the Acceptability and Feasibility].
Verhaltenstherapie April 1, 2024 Elisabeth A Arens, Lucas Donnerstag, Stefan G Hofmann et al. 1 citation
A pilot test of a Metta-based group program delivered via video showed that teaching loving-kindness meditation to people with depression is feasible and well accepted. Eight patients with depressive disorder participated in the video-based intervention. Measures of therapeutic relationship quality, method implementation, and acceptance indicated that a sustainable therapeutic relationship could be established, meditation techniques could be taught, and a concentrated working atmosphere was possible. Participants accepted the video-based therapy well, and there were preliminary signs of clinical effectiveness. Further research on what moderates acceptance and effectiveness of video-based therapy is needed.