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  • Self-development and enhanced self-awareness are crucial for navigating the aging process.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Approach for Seniors (MBCAS).
  • To describe a novel, extended 8-month training program tailored for older adults.
  • To enhance seniors' ability to manage aging-related challenges through mindfulness.

Main Methods:

  • Development of the MBCAS program, considering physical, psychosocial, and temporal aspects of aging.
  • Program delivery over an 8-month period, contrasting with typical 8-week mindfulness programs.
  • Focus on teaching nonjudgmental awareness of present experiences and adaptive coping strategies.

Main Results:

  • The MBCAS program was developed and initially implemented.
  • The program aims to help seniors identify and modify nonadaptive automatic behaviors.
  • It seeks to reinforce positive coping mechanisms for daily life difficulties.

Conclusions:

  • The MBCAS offers a unique, long-term approach to cognitive enhancement for seniors.
  • The program is designed to foster self-development and improve the navigation of aging.
  • Further evaluation of the MBCAS program's effectiveness is suggested.