Assessing the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Programs in Reducing Anxiety and Depression in Chronic Illness Patients
Prima Dewi Kusumawati, Sofiyatul Anshoriyah, Delvy Mardvin Siokain, Fabian‐Xosé Fernandez, Wa Ode Nurhidayati
International Journal of Public Health Excellence January 22, 2025 DOI: 10.55299/ijphe.v4i2.1228 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program reduced anxiety and depression in patients with chronic illnesses by promoting self-awareness, emotional acceptance, and stress management. Twelve patients participated in an 8-week MBSR program at Sam Marie Clinic. Data from in-depth interviews and participant observation were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings suggest MBSR can improve mental health outcomes in chronic disease care.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Qualitative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 12 |
| Population | Patients suffering from chronic illnesses |
| Intervention | Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Topics | Anxiety Meditation |
| Keywords | Mindfulness-based stress reduction Depression economics Clinical psychology Psychotherapist |
| Key finding | The MBSR program effectively reduced anxiety and depression levels by fostering heightened self-awareness, acceptance of emotions, and effective stress management. |
Abstract
The objective of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program in mitigating anxiety and depression levels in patients suffering from chronic illnesses. To this end, qualitative research techniques were employed, encompassing in-depth interviews and participant observation, in order to gather data from a cohort of twelve patients who had engaged in the MBSR program for a duration of 8 weeks at Sam Marie Clinic.Thematic analysis was subsequently implemented for the purpose of data analysis. Findings indicated that the MBSR program effectively reduced anxiety and depression levels by fostering heightened self-awareness, acceptance of emotions, and effective stress management.The study's findings offer crucial insights for the advancement of mindfulness-based psychosocial interventions in chronic disease patient care.