《Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice》 ›› 2024, Vol. 30 ›› Issue (1): 54-60.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-9771.2024.01.007

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Health benefit of mindfulness intervention for older adults with insomnia disorders: a systematic review

GE Keke1, FAN Yonghong1, WANG Hangyu1, DU Lilu1, LI Changjiang1, ZOU Min1,2()   

  1. 1. School of Psychology, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang, Shandong 261053, China
    2. China Academy of ICF, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang, Shandong 261053, China
  • Received:2023-10-26 Revised:2023-12-05 Published:2024-01-25 Online:2024-02-04
  • Contact: ZOU Min, E-mail: zou_min@163.com

Abstract:

Objective To conduct a systematic review of the health benefits of mindfulness interventions for older adults with insomnia disorders.

Methods Thematic keyword search was conducted in databases including Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, EBSCO, CNKI, VIP and Wanfang data, for literature on the impact of mindfulness intervention on sleep quality in older adults with insomnia disorders, published up to August, 2023. The methodological quality of the researches was evaluated using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale. Insomnia disorders, sleep function and mindfulness interventions were coded using International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision, International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, and International Classification of Health Interventions Beta-3; and a systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA.

Results Nine researches from four countries were included, involving 800 participants, and all the researches were randomized controlled trials. The average score of PEDro scale was 7.1. The health-related conditions were insomnia disorders and insomnia disorders complicated with mild cognitive impairment. Mindfulness interventions used included mindfulness-based therapy for insomnia, mindfulness-based stress reduction, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and mindfulness meditation. Interventions were implemented in institutions or health centers, care facilities, and community health service centers, varying from six to eight weeks. Health benefits of mindfulness intervention included improvements in sleep quality and psychological and behavioral health.

Conclusion Mindfulness interventions effectively improve sleep quality in older adults with insomnia disorders, alleviate negative emotional states such as depression, anxiety and perceived stress, and improve the quality of life.

Key words: older adults, insomnia, sleep quality, mindfulness intervention, systematic review

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