Self-Compassion: Theory, Method, Research, and Intervention

Annual Review of Psychology, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 74(1), С. 193 - 218

Опубликована: Авг. 12, 2022

Self-compassion refers to being supportive toward oneself when experiencing suffering or pain—be it caused by personal mistakes and inadequacies external life challenges. This review presents my theoretical model of self-compassion as comprised six different elements: increased self-kindness, common humanity, mindfulness well reduced self-judgment, isolation, overidentification. It discusses the methodology research reviews increasingly large number empirical studies that indicate is a productive way approaching distressing thoughts emotions engenders mental physical well-being. also dispels myths about (e.g., weak, selfish, self-indulgent undermines motivation). Interventions designed increase self-compassion, such compassion-focused therapy mindful are discussed. Finally, considers problematic issues in field, differential effects fallacy, limitations future directions field research.

Язык: Английский

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The Compassion Balance: Understanding the Interrelation of Self- and Other-Compassion for Optimal Well-being

Mindfulness, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 14(8), С. 1997 - 2013

Опубликована: Июль 27, 2023

Abstract Objectives This study examined the role of self-other harmony in relations between self-compassion, other-compassion, and well-being. Past research has shown self- other-compassion to be positively related. But we hypothesised that self-compassion can perceived as incompatible with might uncorrelated or negatively correlated daily life for some individuals. We termed this pattern lack compassion it would undermine benefits compassion. Method Using an experience sampling method patients ( n =154) a variety diagnoses, measured life-satisfaction, mood, contextual variables six times per day 42 time points. Results For most participants, was associated other-compassion. However, there substantial heterogeneity effect. The degree moderated link directed towards self other Higher levels were higher well-being, but only those who experienced harmony. When two forms not harmony, self/other-compassion largely unrelated Conclusions findings emphasise importance personalised interventions rather than one-size-fits-all approach. Increasing is likely improve well-being people. minority lacking may necessary assess their interpretation then work them promote balance optimal Preregistration preregistered.

Язык: Английский

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An Ecological Momentary Intervention Using Self-Compassionate Writing to Reduce Stress

Mindfulness, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 7, 2025

Numerous studies have focused on the ways to cultivate self-compassion (SC). Most of SC interventions were typically lengthy and did not capture momentary fluctuations in after each exercise intervention. Therefore, we explored impact repeated self-compassionate writing as an ecological intervention (EMI). Seventy-five participants completed a 3-week study with signals sent twice daily, resulting 1,980 observations collected. During 1-week control period, asked report their experiences negative events, SC, stress. In subsequent they engaged whenever experienced events. Trait weekly stress also evaluated before intervention, including follow-up period. Multilevel modeling showed slight significant increase reduction However, slope differ significantly between periods. Moreover, there no changes trait nor stress, although levels decreasing trend small effect size from pre post This provided preliminary evidence feasibility utility EMI cultivating using writing. Although sizes small, highlighted possible approaches effectiveness is preregistered.

Язык: Английский

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Childhood maltreatment and suicide risk: The mediating role of self-compassion, mentalization, depression

Journal of Affective Disorders, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 341, С. 52 - 61

Опубликована: Авг. 24, 2023

Язык: Английский

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Gender differences in risk and resilience for suicidal thoughts and behaviors: A national longitudinal survey study of United States veterans with a recent suicide attempt

Journal of Affective Disorders, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 360, С. 412 - 420

Опубликована: Май 28, 2024

Язык: Английский

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“I wanted to be proud of myself, not ashamed”: A qualitative investigation of suicide and self-injury inflection points

Death Studies, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 16

Опубликована: Янв. 16, 2025

Inflection points are pivotal moments immediately preceding self-directed violence (SDV; i.e., self-injury and suicide). This study qualitatively examined factors that contributed to halting SDV during inflection points. Participants (N = 166) completing an online survey were community-dwelling adults in the United Kingdom with some form of lived experience. Thematic analysis yielded following results. The most common themes across (in descending order): concern for negative impact on others (e.g., fear hurting loved ones), use adaptive coping methods general skills), physical deterrents scarring, pain), social contact (sense connection moment), consequences oneself punishment). Healthy skill both suicide. Self-injury largely characterized by intrapersonal factors, whereas suicide highly interpersonal nature. Implications clinical practice, theory, research discussed.

Язык: Английский

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The link between bullying victimization and mental well-being: Self-compassion and emotional flexibility as mediators among adolescents

Current Psychology, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 22, 2025

Abstract Bullying victimization poses a potential threat to the mental well-being of adolescents. Existing literature indicates correlations between bullying victimization, self-compassion, emotional flexibility, and well-being. However, further exploration these connections is warranted. This study seeks investigate mediating roles self-compassion flexibility in association among The involved 1120 high school adolescents, comprising 669 boys (59.7%) 451 girls (40.3%). results indicated significant negative relationship Moreover, were found mediate These mediation imply that may act as buffering mechanisms. Mental levels adolescents exposed decrease. On other hand, increase adolescents’ Developing skills can be effective intervention methods for improving their

Язык: Английский

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It is harder for me: A thematic analysis of lived experience of self-care, and its relationship with self-injurious behaviors in psychiatric patients

Qualitative Research in Medicine & Healthcare, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 8(s1)

Опубликована: Янв. 23, 2025

Self-injury is associated with significant psychological distress and functional impairments, including difficulties self-care. However, little known about how individuals engaging in self-injury perceive manage self-care their daily lives. This study aimed to explore the lived experiences of among receiving psychiatric treatment for identify factors that support or hinder capacity. Twelve participants were recruited from a outpatient clinic semi-structured interviews conducted focusing on participants' perceptions self-care, its relationship self-injury, influencing Reflexive thematic analysis was patterns themes. The revealed four themes: i) Why should I choose self-care?, highlighting motivational challenges rooted low self-worth need meaning; ii) Self-care difficult choice me, reflecting emotional variability, uncertainty dichotomous thinking decision-making; iii) beyond my control, emphasizing struggles planning, routines, interplay states behaviors; iv) Support can both help illustrating critical yet complex role external support. Findings highlight multifaceted face managing intersection self-injury. Clinical implications include tailored, person-centered interventions address barriers Recognizing dual self-injury-as barrier risky form self-care-may enhance approaches this population.

Язык: Английский

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Can self‐compassion mitigate the negative consequences of insecure attachment on the incidence of self‐harm in young adults? The relationship between self‐harm, attachment and self‐compassion

Psychology and Psychotherapy Theory Research and Practice, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Фев. 6, 2025

Abstract Introduction This study explores self‐compassion as a mediator in the relationship between attachment and self‐harm. Self‐harm represents maladaptive coping strategy, meanwhile suicidal self‐harm is third most common cause of premature death among young people worldwide. Therefore, it necessary to expand research on explore potential protective factors. Our main hypothesis was that mediates based empirical theoretical evidence presented. Method Four hundred two participants recruited online completed questionnaire consisting scales measuring self‐harming behaviour, adult self‐compassion. Results We found both anxiety avoidance positively predict negatively The results also revealed predicts anxious avoidant attachment. Conclusion believe this paper creates further ground for future factors involved dynamics has provide interesting findings professionals working with insecurely attached clients.

Язык: Английский

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Relationship Between Self-Compassion, Thwarted Interpersonal Needs, and Suicidal Thoughts Among Indonesian Young Adults

Mindfulness, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Март 3, 2025

Язык: Английский

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