Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an important element in Mind-Body Medicine. It is a complement, not a substitute, for whatever medical treatments a person may be receiving. Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

In developing Mindfulness, or moment-to-moment awareness, you connect more fully with the present moment, the fullness of life, and your own deep inner resources for healing, coping, growing, and taking charge in new ways in your life.

The MBSR program at Duke Integrative Medicine is based on the national model developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Our participants are strongly encouraged to obtain Jon’s book Full Catastrophe Living to support their success in MBSR.

Download the 2009 Foundation class schedule

Download the 2009 MBSR Winter registration form

To register, please call 1-866-313-0959.

Graduate of MBSR? View our MBSR continuation program information and class schedule  »

Who Should Consider MBSR

MBSR programs have been offered all over the world for more than twenty years, with thousands of people attending similar programs.

The majority report lasting decreases in both physical and psychological symptoms. Pain levels improve and people learn to cope better with chronic pain. Most people also report an increased ability to relax, a greater enthusiasm for life, improved self-esteem, and increased ability to cope more effectively with stressful situations.

People are referred for conditions such as:

• Heart disease
• Anxiety and panic
• Job or family stress
• Chronic pain
• Cancer
• HIV/AIDS
• Headaches
• Sleep disturbances
• Type A behavior
• High blood pressure
• Fatigue

Our MBSR Offerings:

• Eight weekly sessions of 2.5 hours each
• One all-day (approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) intensive class session
• Group orientation with class instructor
• A set of guided meditation and yoga practices on six CDs
• A MBSR notebook containing handouts, reading lists, and other support materials
• Participation in our monthly "drop-in" continuation classes
• An invitation to participate in our graduate classes

The cost for the MBSR Basic class is $395; $370 for Duke employees/students, health care providers and retirees.
Graduate and Retreat program fees will vary.

To register, please call 1-866-313-0959.

Financial Aid/Scholarship Program

Our philosophy is that the skills taught in the MBSR Program are of benefit to everyone, regardless of socio-economic status. For that reason, the program has a Financial Aid/Scholarship Program that helps you to learn MBSR skills and use them in your daily life, regardless of your financial status.

For additional information about financial aid, please:

CALL: (866) 313-0959

EMAIL: financialaid@dukeintegrativemedicine.org

WRITE:
Duke Integrative Medicine
DUMC Box 102904
Durham, NC 27710

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