JNCR

The mission of the journal is to contribute to the development of nursing science and care practices in Turkey and internationally. It is also to promote and disseminate new knowledge and research data for evidence-based care practices at all levels of nursing services. The Journal of Nursing Care Research deals with Fundamentals of Nursing, Internal Medicine Nursing, Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing, Child Health and Diseases Nursing, Mental Health and Diseases Nursing, Public Health Nursing and Management in Nursing and accepts articles on these topics.

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The effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction program on pregnant women
In recent years, the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program has been implemented in pregnant women to cope with mental problems such as anxiety and depression, reduce fear of childbirth, alleviate physical symptoms, strengthen the bond between mother and baby, increase self-compassion and self-efficacy levels, and reduce the risk of postpartum depression. Mindfulness involves paying attention to what is happening in the present moment, noticing the quality of that attention, and accepting all that is noticed without hasty judgment. It consists of three components: intention, attention, and attitude. The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program reduces anxiety by increasing awareness, improving emotional regulation, using body awareness and relaxation techniques, providing a supportive group environment, and providing cognitive restructuring. However, systematic reviews and meta-analyses show that these programs have some limitations, such as inconsistent effectiveness, methodological limitations, and cultural and practical barriers. Therefore, in this review article, we have tried to draw a roadmap for health professionals who will work in the field.


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Volume 2, Issue 3, 2025
Page : 76-80
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