Efectividad de las técnicas mindfulness en la reducción de los síntomas de ansiedad en pacientes adultos: revisión bibliográfica

Abstract

Anxiety is one of the most common mental disorders among young adults and significantly affects cognitive, emotional, and physiological dimensions. It manifests through persistent worries, constant rumination, hypervigilance, muscle tension, sleep disturbances, and high levels of bodily activation. These manifestations can negatively affect psychological well-being as well as academic, work, and social performance, limiting the individual’s overall development. In response to this issue, mindfulness has become established as an effective psychological strategy for managing anxiety. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of mindfulness practices in reducing anxiety symptoms through a review of 15 scientific studies. The results show that techniques such as conscious breathing, meditation, and body scanning produce significant reductions in anxiety levels. Furthermore, these practices promote emotional regulation, reduce cognitive rumination, and strengthen coping strategies in different contexts.