Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction in COPD

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction in COPD

The objective of this study is to test the efficacy of a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program in COPD on quality of life, dyspnea, daily physical activity and mindfulness during daily life.

Inclusion criteria:

• clinical diagnosis of COPD
• clinically significant dyspnea, as determined by a score of >=2 on the Medical Research Council of Dyspnea Score questionnaire (0-4).

Exclusion criteria:

• patients with a high likelihood of not completing the program (active chemical dependency)
• patients with an inability fo provide good data or to follow commands (neurologic or psychiatric condition).
• poor motivation or lack of interest in program