PRELIMINARY FEASIBILITY OF AN MHEALTH INTERVENTION FOR OLDER ADULTS WITH SERIOUS MEDICAL ILLNESS AND CAREGIVERS
2024
Feasibility of Mindfulness Therapy for Older Adults
Sample size: 31
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Llaneza Danielle, Kozlov Elissa
Primary Institution: University of Houston
Hypothesis
Can mHealth-delivered mindfulness therapy alleviate anxiety and stress in older adults with serious medical illness and their caregivers?
Conclusion
The study provides preliminary evidence that an mHealth mindfulness app can help older adults and their caregivers manage stress and anxiety.
Supporting Evidence
- Up to 70% of adults with serious illness experience anxiety.
- Nearly 8 million older adults in the U.S. rely on family caregivers for assistance.
- Mindfulness Therapy has proven efficacy in managing stress and anxiety.
Takeaway
This study shows that older adults and their caregivers can use a mindfulness app to feel less anxious and stressed.
Methodology
An eight-week trial where participants used a mindfulness app and practiced mindfulness skills.
Participant Demographics
Older adults with serious medical illness and their caregivers.
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