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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Psychiatry
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Dementia presents significant challenges, including psychological distress, impacting quality of life.
  • Existing interventions for dementia often lack focus on psychological well-being and personhood.
  • Mindfulness meditation shows promise in managing distress and enhancing well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a 10-session group-based Mindfulness Program for mild to moderate dementia.
  • To evaluate the feasibility and pilot effectiveness of the program in improving quality of life.
  • To provide a flexible manual for therapists to promote participants' personhood.

Main Methods:

  • Development of the Mindfulness Program through literature review, expert consultation, and a focus group with people with dementia.
  • A randomized controlled feasibility and pilot trial conducted with participants in care homes.
  • Flexible administration of the program protocol by experienced therapists.

Main Results:

  • The Mindfulness Program significantly increased quality of life in people with mild to moderate dementia.
  • The program provided skills for managing psychological distress.
  • Participant feedback and feasibility data supported the program's potential.

Conclusions:

  • The group-based Mindfulness Program is a feasible and effective intervention for enhancing quality of life in mild to moderate dementia.
  • The program supports personhood and psychological well-being in individuals with dementia.
  • Further research is warranted to explore broader implementation and long-term effects.