Introduction Meditation may serve as a protective factor for mental well-being in older adults, helping them cope with the ongoing challenges of chronic illness. Objectives The objectives are to: 1) explore the emotional experiences of meditation among older adults living with chronic diseases, and 2) examine the impact of meditation on their mental health. Methods The study involved 426...
Abstract Meditation can act as a protection for mental well-being in late years, by helping older adults to challenge the pervasive effects of chronic illness. The primary objectives of this qualitative research study are to: (a) to examine older adults’ experiences of meditation while living with chronic disease, and (b) to analyze how meditation is perceived to influence their mental health....