Adult caregivers (ACGs) are largely responsible for caring for their family members, which can increase their stress levels. This increased stress makes them more susceptible to chronic illnesses. The adoption of health-promoting behaviours, particularly through mindfulness-based behavioural education (MBBE), can significantly impact the daily habits of ACGs. However, there is limited research...
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the effect of mindfulness practice on health behaviors and quality of life (QOL) among hypertensive patients. Design/methodology/approach A quasi-experimental research was designed by before, after and a follow-up phase (i.e. on the 0th, 6th and 12th weeks). Two primary health care units (PCU) were selected as control and experiment groups....
OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study is to examine the effect of slow deep breathing in mindfulness exercises on physical health outcome among hypertensive patients.MATERIALS AND METHODS:Two primary health care units (PCU) were selected as control and intervention groups. Samples were patients aged 35 - 59 years old, diagnosed with stage I hypertension. Both groups received the standard for...
Introduction: The literatures of evidence-based practice of mindfulness meditation and contemplation intervention in patients with chronic vascular disease were studied for principle, design, and outcome. Method: The keywords, mindfulness, meditation, contemplation, cognitive awareness, vascular disease, using databases Pubmed Central (PMC), ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, Scopus, Wiley Online...