Palliative & Supportive CareSeptember 11, 2026Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Hala Samir Ahmed El-Husseiny
Objectives: Nursing interns often experience high levels of death anxiety and stress, which can reduce their comfort and confidence in caring for dying patients. This study evaluated the effects of an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program on death anxiety, perceived stress, and attitudes toward care of the dying among nursing interns during palliative and oncology rotations....
Depression is a prevalent mental health issue among older adults, often exacerbated by chronic illness, social isolation, and age-related cognitive changes. Standard treatments (e.g., pharmacotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy) may not always be effective, acceptable, or accessible for this population. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) integrates mindfulness practices with...
This study evaluated the impact of mindfulness-based nursing interventions (MBNIs) on reducing depression and enhancing resilience in oncology patients. Oncology patients face high levels of depression and weakened resilience, which significantly reduces their quality of life, affects their ability to adhere to treatment and worsens health outcomes. Additional stressors linked to the diagnosis,...