The Use of MBSR in Old Age
Philipp Stang, Martin G. Köllner, Daniela Rico-Dresel
GeroPsych September 1, 2025 DOI: 10.1024/1662-9647/a000346 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Narrative review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Older adults |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | MBSR-based interventions show positive effects on stress reduction, mindfulness, and emotional well-being among older adults, though research is limited. |
Abstract
Abstract: Current research findings on interventions based on the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction concept indicate various applications and positive effects. Positive effects are found in both longer and shorter mindfulness training sessions. Based on a narrative review, we review the positive effects regarding stress reduction, mindfulness, and emotional well-being among older adults. Because of the rather small body of research on older adults and at the same time the high relevance of the application, the authors call for increased research activities in this area.
Comparable studies
Other narrative reviews on meditation, most cited first.
| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindfulness training as a clinical intervention: A conceptual and empirical review. Clinical populations | 2003 | Review | |
| Mindfulness: Theoretical Foundations and Evidence for its Salutary Effects | 2007 | Review | |
| Mindfulness Interventions | 2016 | Review | |
| Mind the Hype: A Critical Evaluation and Prescriptive Agenda for Research on Mindfulness and Meditation | 2017 | Review | |
| Mindfulness and acceptance: expanding the cognitive-behavioral tradition | 2005 | Review |
Citations in the library
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