Mindfulness training disrupts Pavlovian conditioning

Physiology & Behavior
Adam W Hanley, Eric L Garland

Abstract

Classical conditioning is a quintessential learning process; however, maladaptive forms of conditioning sustain many unhealthy behaviors (e.g., addiction). Mindfulness training is theorized to de-automatize conditioned behavior by decoupling stimulus and response. This study assessed the effect of mindfulness training on conditioned behavior during a classical conditioning task. Findings indicated mindfulness training decreased classically conditioned behavior relative to an active control condition, delaying the onset of first conditioned response and decreasing conditioned response frequency. Thus, mindfulness training may be one method of increasing volitional control over maladaptive conditioned behaviors that contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical disorders.

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Jan 26, 2021·Health Psychology Review·Junilla K Larsen, Gareth J Hollands
Jun 18, 2021·Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews·Ruben E Laukkonen, Heleen A Slagter

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