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Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford @oxfordpsychiatry.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

We're delighted to announce a £1 million donation to Oxford's mindfulness research, led by @willemkuyken.bsky.social Generously contributed by Daria & Dmitri Bukhman of Bukhman Philanthropies, it will help maximise the reach of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy www.psych.ox.ac.uk/news/oxford-...

A picture of and quote by Professor Willem Kuyken, Director of the Oxford Mindfulness Research Centre, and Sir John Ritblat Family Foundation Professor of Mindfulness and Psychological Science. It reads: "This transformative gift from Daria and Dmitri Bukhman will help us to achieve our vision of a world without the devastating effects of depression, where people enjoy mental health and can flourish. By bringing together the very best of modern psychology and ancient wisdom, we can equip people, communities and organisations to meet the challenges of the 21st century."

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

New systematic review and meta-analysis: Can mindfulness boost couples' relationship satisfaction? Andreas Voldstad systematically reviewed 28 RCTs (N=6,097; 90 effect sizes) examining mindfulness-based interventions. See 🔗 psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/202...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Mentally “stepping back” allows for a broader perspective and offers space for more flexible response patterns. This new paper found that decentering relates to mental health and wellbeing in adolescence, but did not correlate with social cognition or affective executive control.

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

An extraordinary opportunity for a senior clinical academic. I love working in my Department and at the Oxford of Oxford. Highly recommend this post to any colleagues looking for a research-intensive, collegial environment for their career.

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Job Opportunity: Research Assistant. Join our team at the University of Oxford Mindfulness Research Centre to support an #MBCT #RCT study of young people’s mental health. 📍 Based in Oxford, hybrid work available 📆 10-month post, apply by Feb 25! 🔗 my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

I joined @aileenxu on The Lavendaire Lifestyle podcast to share practical insights from my book Mindfulness for Life. Her incredible platform helps millions create intentional, fulfilling lives. 🎧 youtu.be/YzbzHYKNLpg?... #Mindfulness #Psychology #ScienceOfWellbeing #LavendaireLifestyle

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The #1 Habit That Will Change Everything In Your Life with Dr. Kuyken

YouTube video by The Lavendaire Lifestyle

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Ola Demkowicz @olademk.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

We talk a lot about why adolescent girls report more low mood and anxiety, and why this might be getting worse. But what do girls themselves think might explain this? As you might have guessed, we don’t really know. So, we asked them: doi.org/10.1186/s129... 1/8

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Adolescent girls’ explanations of high rates of low mood and anxiety in their population: a co-produced qualitative study - BMC Women's Health

Background From early adolescence, girls face greater risk of experiencing low mood and anxiety relative to boys, with recent evidence that this may be worsening. There is a paucity of mental health r...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

… this HOPE isn’t the idle optimist That sits on stumps plucking petals. Instead, we are getting our hands dirty And planting the seeds ourselves. … every life on this planet Has its own narrative Worthy and deserving ... This extract from the extraordinary poem Hope by Salome Agbaroji

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Systematic and meta-analytic reviews are supposed to be at the top of the evidence hierarchy. But are they? Really interesting perspective, from Holly Else. The article features Andreas Voldstad @OMC_mindfulness @OxPsychiatry reflecting on his recent review. www.science.org/content/arti...

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‘Systematic reviews’ that aim to extract broad conclusions from many studies are in peril

Fake papers are “poisoning the well” for these gold-standard syntheses, researchers say

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

I really enjoyed this conversation with Professor Mark Williams, about living with intention, spending our “attention budget” wisely, the inner critic, and what it means to integrate mindfulness into our lives. @Blackwell's Bookshops in Oxford in October 2024. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

I'm thrilled to share that my new book, Mindfulness for Life, is now available as a paperback, e-book and audiobook at all major booksellers worldwide, including Amazon and Audible. A website features films, guided practices, and resources. 🔗 bit.ly/m/Mindfulnes...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Our new paper on mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (#MBCT) for #depression suggests learning #mindfulness skills mediates MBCT’s effects. Especially for those with more severe depression. Learn more here: doi.org/10.1192/bjp.... Led by Jesus Montero-Marin #depression #MBCT

This shows the variety of changes in depressive symptoms through MBCT and maintenance antidepressant treatment.

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

Lessons from the My Resilience in Adolescence #myriadproject What did we learn when we explored school-based #mindfulness training, focusing on mechanisms, effectiveness, and implementation? And what’s next? Slides from my talk @ University of Malmö 🔗 bit.ly/MYRIAD

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 23/10/2024

📖 Book Launch: Mindfulness for Life 📅 6:00–7:00 pm, Thursday, 24th October 📍 Blackwell's Bookshop, Broad Street, Oxford Join Mark Williams and me for the launch of my new book. Reserve your spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/willem-kuy... #Mindfulness #MindfulnessforLife #WellBeing #Oxford

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Willem Kuyken 'Mindfulness for Life' with Mark Williams

Oxford Professor and leading mindfulness expert, Willem Kuyken joins us to discuss his new book with Mark Williams.

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 01/10/2024

New review argues that our focus must be on reward processing and positive emotions to transform mental health care for #depression, #anxiety, and #PTSD. 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s44...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 26/09/2024

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) offers a new way to address depression prevention and recovery. Our latest article in JAMA Psychiatry argues that by leveraging translational science, we can enhance access, engagement, and treatment outcomes for depression. 🔗https://bit.ly/MBCT_JAMA

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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy’s Untapped Potential

This Viewpoint discusses the benefits of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 24/09/2024

📚 Beyond excited to hold the 1st copy of my new book today! It's been a labor of love, blending ancient wisdom with modern psychology—ideas that have enriched my life. I hope it resonates with readers just as much. Available in the US & for pre-order globally! 🔗https://bit.ly/m/MindfulnessforLife

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 12/09/2024

New Paper - "Target Mechanisms of Mindfulness-Based Programmes and Practices" explores how mindfulness skills, decentering, and attitudes may be key to improving well-being across diverse populations. Led by Shannon Maloney & published in BMJ Mental Health Read doi.org/10.1136/bmjm...

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Willem Kuyken @willemkuyken.bsky.social · 09/09/2024

Delighted to come over here. Still finding my way, so starting with some photos that capture my life, professional and personal ...

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