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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.
Public Health
|May 13, 2026
Summary
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.
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.
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