A Pilot Study: Does ReMind Behavior Modification Program Alleviate Symptoms of Depression After...

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Psychology
• Behavioral Medicine

Background:

• Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) patients often experience depression, impacting long-term prognosis.
• Resourcefulness and mindfulness are potential therapeutic avenues for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy of the ReMind (Resourcefulness + Mindfulness) behavior modification program on depression symptoms and long-term prognosis in post-PCI patients.
• To compare the ReMind program against resourcefulness coaching, mindfulness training, and a control group.

Main Methods:

• A quasi-experimental study involving 132 participants allocated into four groups: ReMind (RMG), resourcefulness coaching (RG), mindfulness training (MG), and control (CG).
• Intervention and follow-up periods lasted 12 weeks each.
• Data collected via questionnaires; analyzed using a mixed effects model.

Main Results:

• The ReMind program significantly reduced depression symptoms and improved long-term prognosis compared to control and resourcefulness groups post-intervention (p < 0.01).
• These benefits were sustained three months after the intervention, with ReMind showing significant improvements over control and mindfulness groups (p < 0.05).

Conclusions:

• The ReMind program, integrating resourcefulness coaching and mindfulness training, demonstrates significant effectiveness in mitigating depression symptoms and enhancing long-term prognosis for patients undergoing PCI.
• This combined approach offers a valuable strategy for improving the psychological well-being and clinical outcomes of cardiovascular patients.