Effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction program on quality of life in cardiovascular disease patients

Area of Science:

• Health Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Cardiology

Background:

• Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of mortality and significant economic burden globally.
• Effective management strategies for CVD patients are crucial for improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program on self-efficacy and quality of life in patients diagnosed with cardiovascular disease.
• To determine if MBSR intervention can enhance psychological well-being and coping mechanisms in this patient population.

Main Methods:

• A randomized controlled trial involving 60 cardiovascular patients, divided into experimental (MBSR) and control groups.
• Participants completed the General Self-Efficacy Scale and the 36-item Short Form Survey at pre-test, post-test, and a 3-month follow-up.
• MBSR program focused on teaching mind-body calming techniques to aid disease coping.

Main Results:

• No significant baseline differences in self-efficacy or quality of life were observed between groups (P > 0.05).
• The experimental group demonstrated statistically significant improvements in both self-efficacy and quality of life scores at post-test and 3-month follow-up compared to the control group (P < 0.01).
• Mean self-efficacy scores increased, and quality of life scores improved in the MBSR group post-intervention and during follow-up.

Conclusions:

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an effective intervention for enhancing self-efficacy and quality of life in patients with cardiovascular disease.
• MBSR programs offer a valuable therapeutic approach to support the psychological well-being and management of chronic conditions like CVD.