Article

This study examined the experiences of mindfulness training for
five adults living with rheumatic disease.
Method: Focus group data were used to explore the experience and impact
of mindfulness training in participants aged between 46 and 69 years diagnosed
with psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia or rheumatoid arthritis. All participants had
completed an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programme
6 months prior to the study.
Findings: Interpretative phenomenological analysis produced two themes:
'responding to pain' and 'psychological wellbeing'. All participants spoke similarly
and with enthusiasm, reflecting the strength of the impact of mindfulness upon
the daily lives of these individuals. Methodological limitations are considered
along with clinical applications and suggestions for future research.
Conclusion: The findings from this study reinforce the outcomes of previous
research and indicate that mindfulness has the potential to improve the health
and wellbeing of individuals living with rheumatic disease

Langue : ANGLAIS