Impact of Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on Depression among Elderly Residing in Residential Homes
Nursing Journal of India January 1, 2022 Sasi Kumar, Kasturi Ramesh Adiga, Anice George
Depression is the most prevalent mental health problem among older adults, contributing to increased medical morbidity and mortality, reduced quality of life, and higher healthcare costs. A quasi-experimental study assessed the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on depression among elderly residents of residential homes in Bangalore. The experimental group received MBSR while the control group did not. The study found a significant reduction in depression in the experimental group compared to the control group.