Psychology

A Body Compassion Intervention on Body Image to Improve Quality of Life in Women With a History of Breast Cancer

V. Sebri, I. Durosini, et al.

Discover a groundbreaking psychological intervention aimed at enhancing body image and quality of life for women with a history of breast cancer. This innovative four-session group intervention, designed by Valeria Sebri, Ilaria Durosini, and Giovanni Pravettoni, incorporates mindfulness techniques and loving-kindness meditations to promote self-compassion and foster a positive perception of the body post-cancer.

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Abstract

This paper proposes a new psychological intervention focused on body compassion to improve body image (BI) and quality of life in women with a history of breast cancer. The intervention addresses the negative impact of breast cancer treatments on BI, including physical changes and the fear of recurrence. A four-session group intervention is detailed, incorporating mindfulness techniques, body awareness exercises, and loving-kindness meditations. The intervention aims to foster self-compassion and a positive perception of the body post-cancer. The authors acknowledge limitations and suggest future research directions.

Publisher

Frontiers in Psychology

Published On

Jan 01, 2024

Authors

Valeria Sebri, Ilaria Durosini, Giovanni Pravettoni

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