Mindful mood balance: a case report of Web-based treatment of residual depressive symptoms

Perm J. 2014 Fall;18(4):58-62. doi: 10.7812/TPP/14-019. Epub 2014 Aug 18.

Abstract

Residual depressive symptoms are associated with increased risk for relapse and impaired functioning. Although there is no definitive treatment for residual depressive symptoms, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy has been shown to be effective, but access is limited. Mindful Mood Balance (MMB), a Web-based adaptation of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, was designed to address this care gap. In this case study, we describe a composite case that is representative of the course of intervention with MMB and its implementation in a large integrated delivery system. Specifically, we describe the content of each of eight weekly sessions, and the self-management skills developed by participating in this program. MMB may be a cost-effective and scalable option in primary care for increasing access to treatments for patients with residual depressive symptoms.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Depression / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Internet*
  • Mindfulness*
  • Primary Health Care
  • Self Care
  • Telemedicine*