Developing and validating a localised, self-training mindfulness programme for older Singaporean adults: effects on cognitive functioning and implications for healthcare
Singapore medical journal
; : 126-128, 2017.
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ABSTRACT
There is a paucity of research available on the effect of mindfulness on cognitive function. However, the topic has recently gained more attention due to the ageing population in Singapore, catalysed by recent findings on brain function and cellular ageing. Recognising the potential benefits of practising mindfulness, we aimed to develop a localised, self-training mindfulness programme, guided by expert practitioners and usability testing, for older Singaporean adults. This was followed by a pilot study to examine the potential cognitive benefits and feasibility of this self-training programme for the cognitive function of older adults in Singapore. We found that the results from the pilot study were suggestive but inconclusive, and thus, merit further investigation.
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Main subject:
Attention
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Singapore
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Therapeutics
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User-Computer Interface
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Aging
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Pilot Projects
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Program Development
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Cognition
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Cognition Disorders
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Asian People
Limits:
Aged
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
Singapore medical journal
Year:
2017
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Article