JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Effect of the Meditation Based Mandala Programme on Distress, Anxiety and Depression in the Caregivers of Cancer Patients in Palliative Care Unit.

  • Published In: Omega: Journal of Death & Dying, 2023, v. 87, n. 4. P. 1361 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Karabuga Yakar, Hatice; Yılmaz, Banu; Çelik, Emine; Özkol, Ozan; Gevher, Fadime; Oruc, Özlem; Şen, Hülya 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on a quasi-experimental study evaluating the effect of a meditation-based mandala programme on distress, anxiety, and depression in caregivers of cancer patients in a palliative care unit. The study involved 11 caregivers who participated in weekly two-hour sessions over five weeks, combining mandala drawing with meditation and yoga techniques. Results showed significant reductions in caregivers’ distress, anxiety, and depression levels after the programme, with large effect sizes for distress and depression and a moderate effect size for anxiety. The findings suggest that this art therapy approach may be an effective psychosocial intervention to support the mental health of cancer caregivers in palliative care settings.

Additional Information

  • Source:Omega: Journal of Death & Dying. 2023/09, Vol. 87, Issue 4, p1361
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0030-2228
  • DOI:10.1177/00302228231181936
  • Accession Number:166099660
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