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<p>Mindfulness-based cognitive techniques have a range of forms and applications,
including educational (in developing effective thinking processes) and medical (in
treating some mental health conditions). Specifically, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive
Therapy (MBCT) is recognised by the UK National Institute for Health and Clinical
Excellence (NICE) as effective for the treatment of mental health disorders such as
recurrent depression, which can be a problem for returning soldiers and veterans.</p><p>Within
the UK Armed Forces, mindfulness techniques are increasingly employed in the therapy
space and within formal courses as part of an individual's overall treatment plan,
in accordance with NICE guidelines. The techniques are also widely supported across
the Ministry of Defence for the promotion of well-being and productivity, and this
forms the basis of work undertaken by the Defence Mindfulness Steering Group.</p>
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