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Evaluation of a Mindfulness-based Intervention on Depression Among Older Korean American Adults
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Healthy Mind, Healthy Living for Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and 3 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Depression among older Korean Americans are rising. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is an evidence-based intervention (EBI), effective for preventing depression relapse and reducing depressive symptoms. To enhance feasibility, acceptability, and reach, a brief version of MBCT has been developed and delivered by telephone (brief MBCT-T), but has only been tested in primarily White samples. This study will test test the effect of brief MBCT-T among older Korean Americans.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
A telephone, 8-week MBCT workshop series including: (1) learning mindfulness skills; (2) practicing mindfulness skills in class and at home; and (3) dialogue and inquiry.