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A mixed methods evaluation of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course for people with Parkinson's disease
Kelly Birtwell1, Linda Dubrow-Marshall2, Rod Dubrow-Marshall2
1University of Salford, The Crescent, Salford M5 4WT, UK; The University of Manchester, Centre for Primary Care, Williamson Building, Oxford Rd., Manchester M13 9PL, UK.
Objective:
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course (MBSR) on people with Parkinson's disease who experienced depression, anxiety, stress or difficulty coping with Parkinson's.
Methods:
Thirteen participants were recruited and six completed the full MBSR course. Data were analysed using repeated measures analysis of variance and thematic analysis.
Results:
There were significant improvements in levels of depression, anxiety and stress at weeks eight and sixteen, as measured by the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale, short version (DASS-21). Themes of 'mindfulness as challenging' and 'mindfulness as life-enhancing' were identified from follow-up questionnaire responses. All participants reported they would recommend MBSR to other people with Parkinson's.
Conclusion:
This study supports previous preliminary findings that mindfulness-based interventions could benefit people with Parkinson's experiencing non-motor symptoms. Further research using larger sample sizes, a control group, and a longer follow-up period is required.
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