Mindfulness, Woman, Stress, Disaster
Conditions
Keywords
mindfulness, woman, stress, disaster
Brief summary
Hypothesis: Women affected by large-scale disasters who participate in an eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program will experience significantly lower perceived stress levels compared to those in the control group without intervention.
Detailed description
Objective: This study aims to describe the effect of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSRP) administered in relation to post-disaster stress. Material and Method: The present study was carried out by using a quasi-experimental design with 35 participants in the intervention group and 33 in the control group. Personal Information Form, Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), and Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) were employed in the data collection process. The women in the intervention group underwent an 8-week Mindfulness Stress Reduction Program. Data were collected through pretests and posttests. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Independent samples t-test and dependent samples t-test were utilized for the control and intervention groups. The relationship between continuous variables was analyzed by using Pearson Correlation analysis.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALMBSRP
The intervention consists of an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program designed to reduce perceived stress and promote emotional resilience among disaster-affected women. Each session will last approximately 2 to 2.5 hours per week, conducted by a certified MBSR instructor in small groups of 10-15 participants. The program includes: Mindfulness meditation, Body scan exercises, Gentle yoga and stretching, Breathing awareness and relaxation techniques, and Group discussions and reflections to integrate mindfulness practices into daily life. Participants will be asked to complete 30-45 minutes of daily home practice using guided meditation recordings. The primary goal of the intervention is to decrease perceived stress and enhance psychological well-being among women who have experienced large-scale disasters.
Sponsors
Hasan Kalyoncu University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
SEQUENTIAL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
Female participants aged 18-65 years. Have been directly affected by a large-scale disaster (e.g., earthquake, flood, fire, or similar event) within the past 12-24 months. Report moderate or high perceived stress levels (Perceived Stress Scale \[PSS-10\] score ≥ 14). Able to attend weekly MBSR sessions for 8 consecutive weeks. Willing to provide written informed consent to participate in the study.
Exclusion criteria
Current diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorder (e.g., psychosis, bipolar disorder, severe major depression). Ongoing psychotherapy or psychopharmacological treatment for stress, anxiety, or depression at the time of enrollment. Prior participation in any mindfulness or meditation-based program within the last 6 months. Presence of a serious medical condition (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, cardiovascular disease) that could interfere with participation. Pregnancy or postpartum period (\<6 months), if it affects stress levels or participation. Inability to understand study instructions or complete questionnaires in Turkish.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Outcome Measure: Change in perceived stress level measured by the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) from baseline to week 8 | Baseline (Week 0) - before the start of the intervention Post-intervention (Week 8) - immediately after completion of the 8-week MBSR program Follow-up (Week 12 or Week 16) - four to eight weeks after the intervention to assess maintenance of effects | Primary Outcome Title: Perceived Stress Level Description: The primary outcome will be the change in perceived stress levels from baseline to 8 weeks after the intervention. Measurement Tool: Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10), a validated 10-item self-report questionnaire that measures the degree to which situations in one's life are appraised as stressful. Time Frame: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 8) Scoring and Interpretation: Total scores range from 0 to 40, with higher scores indicating greater perceived stress. A decrease in the mean PSS-10 score from baseline to week 8 in the intervention group compared to the control group will indicate a positive treatment effect. Type of Outcome: Continuous variable (mean score difference between groups) |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed