The Application of Meditation/Mindfulness Therapy for Stress and Insomnia in the Elderly: A Literature Review
INDOGENIUS February 1, 2026 Bachtiar Safrudin, Dwi Widyastuti, Agil Anata et al.
Meditation and mindfulness therapy reduce stress and improve sleep quality in older adults. A review of eighteen Indonesian studies from 2019–2025 found that these non-pharmacological interventions effectively alleviate insomnia and anxiety in elderly populations. Local research on yoga, physical activity, and relaxation exercises also supported these benefits. The interventions are simple, safe, and suitable for community-based nursing programs to enhance mental health in older adults.