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Design Preferences, Routines, and Well-Being of Older Adults Using Voice-Guided Digital Mindfulness: Qualitative
Lucy McCarren1, Sanna Kuoppamäki1
1Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Systems, School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Huddinge, Sweden.
JMIR Human Factors
|June 3, 2025
Summary
Digital mindfulness can improve older adults' well-being, but experiences vary. Personalized app design is crucial for effective engagement and fostering resilience in this demographic.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Digital Health
- Mindfulness Studies
Background:
- Mindfulness-based interventions enhance well-being.
- Limited research exists on digital mindfulness in adults aged 65+.
- Voice-guided mindfulness apps increase accessibility but may yield varied benefits.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate how older adults integrate mindfulness into daily life.
- Explore design preferences for digital mindfulness tools among older adults.
- Determine the impact of digital mindfulness on self-perceived well-being in this population.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interview study with 15 older adults in Sweden.
- Participants used a voice-guided mindfulness app for 3 weeks.
- Semistructured interviews and qualitative thematic analysis explored lived experiences.
Main Results:
- Digital mindfulness embedded into daily routines and habits.
- Significant heterogeneity observed in design preferences for digital mindfulness tools.
- Positive impacts on self-perceived well-being, including resilience and self-care, were noted.
Conclusions:
- Digital mindfulness can enhance older adults' well-being, fostering resilience and self-care.
- Potential adverse effects like frustration and discomfort exist.
- Individualized approaches and personalized app design are essential due to diverse user experiences and preferences.
