Meditation and Psychophysical Well-Being in Elderly
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Conditions studied: Loneliness, Psychophysical Well-being
In brief
The goal of this experimental study is to assess whether a mindfulness-based meditation intervention can reduce loneliness and improve psychophysical well-being in older adults (aged 65 and above). The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does the intervention reduce the perception of loneliness in older adults? (primary outcome) * Does it improve various aspects of psychological well-being, including social isolation, depression, life satisfaction, mindfulness, emotional regulation, self-acceptance, and sleep quality? (secondary outcomes) Researchers will compare the intervention group with a passive control group (waiting-list control) to determine whether the mindfulness-based intervention leads to significant improvements in the measured outcomes. Participants will: Complete baseline assessments, including neuropsychological tests and validated questionnaires, before the intervention. Undergo a 12-session mindfulness-based intervention over 6 weeks, consisting of guided breathing, focused attention, physical relaxation, and emotional awareness exercises. Complete post-intervention assessments to measure changes in their psychological and physiological well-being.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT06872502
- Run by
- University of Pavia
- People needed
- 60
- Starts
- 2025-02-15
- Expected to finish
- 2025-11-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2025-03-19
Who can join
Age: 65 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Understanding of the Italian language
- Age ≥ 65 years
- No cognitive impairment, as measured by the Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination (ACE-R)
You may not qualify if…
- Presence of severe mental disorders and/or significant medical conditions
- Substance dependence
Where it is running
- University of Pavia — Pavia, Italy (enrolling)
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