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Relationship between mindfulness and eHealth literacy: A cross-sectional study using validated scales.

Anthony Rizk1, Lea Farah2, Hala Sacre3

  • 1School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.

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|May 13, 2026
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Mindfulness alone doesn't predict eHealth literacy, but younger, educated individuals with higher mindfulness show greater digital health proficiency. Tailored digital health education programs are crucial for equitable access.

Keywords:
Digital healthLebanonMindfulnessTelemedicineeHealth literacy

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Area of Science:

  • Digital Health
  • Health Literacy
  • Mindfulness Studies

Background:

  • eHealth literacy is crucial for navigating digital health tools.
  • Mindfulness, the ability to be present and aware, may influence digital health engagement.
  • Understanding the interplay between mindfulness and eHealth literacy is vital for effective digital health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between perceived mindfulness and eHealth literacy levels.
  • To account for sociodemographic variables in the relationship between mindfulness and eHealth literacy.
  • To identify specific profiles that predict higher eHealth literacy.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional online survey was conducted among 893 Lebanese adults.
  • Data were collected using validated Arabic versions of the e-Health Information-Seeking Assessment scale (e-HISA) and the Freiburg Mindfulness Inventory (FMI).
  • Statistical analyses included correlation, cluster analysis, and linear regression.

Main Results:

  • No direct correlation was found between mindfulness and eHealth literacy (r=0.052, p=0.122).
  • Cluster analysis revealed two profiles: younger, educated, mindful individuals (cluster 1) and older, less educated individuals (cluster 2).
  • Belonging to cluster 1, using telemedicine, and lower household crowding independently predicted higher eHealth literacy; married status was associated with lower scores.

Conclusions:

  • Mindfulness is not directly associated with eHealth literacy, but specific demographic and psychological profiles matter.
  • Younger, educated, and mindful individuals demonstrate higher eHealth literacy.
  • Tailored digital health education programs targeting specific profiles are recommended to ensure equitable healthcare access.