Using a Digital-Based Mindfulness Curriculum to Enhance Healthy Aging Outcomes in Community-Dwelling Older Adults in Taiwan: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study.
JMIR human factors May 13, 2026 Yu-Rung Wang, Pei-Lun Hsieh, Chia-Hsiu Chang et al.
An 8-week theory-based mindfulness curriculum combining mindfulness-based stress reduction, mindfulness-based elder care, and mindful sustainable aging with digital support improved mindfulness, sleep quality, aging perception, healthy aging outlook, and physical function in older community-dwelling adults in Taiwan. Cognition, heart rate variability, and physical activity showed no significant changes. Qualitative interviews indicated participants valued simple daily practices like mindful breathing and digital materials, though some with reading difficulties faced access challenges. The curriculum was developed using a modified Delphi method and tested in a mixed methods feasibility study with 10 older adults. The authors argue longer trials are needed to assess cognitive and physiological effects.