Pilot controlled trial of mindfulness meditation and education for dementia caregivers.
The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine October 7, 2010 DOI: 10.1089/acm.2009.0733 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Pilot controlled trial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Dementia caregivers |
| Interventions | Mindfulness meditation Education |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | The mindfulness meditation and education intervention was feasible and acceptable for dementia caregivers, with preliminary indications of reduced stress and improved well-being, though the small sample size limits generalizability. |
Abstract
Pilot controlled trial of mindfulness meditation and education for dementia caregivers.
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