The effectiveness of mindfulness-based art therapy (MBAT) on stress and lifestyle among pregnant women referred to Neyshabur health centers

The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based art therapy (MBAT) in decreasing stress levels and promoting life style in pregnant women referred to Neyshabur health centers in 2018

This study was interventional study, which was conducted on 84 pregnant women. Eighty-four pregnant women completed both the pre and post-study measurements. The MBAT group demonstrated a significant decrease in symptoms of distress and significant improvements in key aspects of the health-related style of life as measured by Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile-II questionnaire.

Independent t-test, after intervention, showed a significant difference in mean of lifestyle  and stress, interpersonal relationships, and responsibility in two groups (P <0.05); these changes were not significant in the control group.

This investigation of MBAT provides initial encouraging data that support a possible future role for the intervention as a psychosocial option for decrease in symptoms of distress pregnant women and improve lifestyle