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Effects of an online mindfulness-based intervention on Fear of Cancer Recurrence and quality of life among Chinese breast cancer survivors.

Complementary therapies in clinical practice
November 1, 2022
Li Peng et al. (8 authors)
Randomized Controlled TrialJournal ArticleHuman StudyClinical
Study Details

Study Goal

The researchers aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of an online mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) and examine its effects on fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) and quality of life in Chinese breast cancer survivors.

Results Summary

The online MBI significantly improved mindfulness, emotional and cognitive function, and reduced FCR in breast cancer survivors, with effects persisting one month post-intervention. Participants reported satisfaction with the intervention.

Population

Chinese breast cancer survivors (n=65).

Effective Dosage

Six weeks of online MBI training (specific frequency not detailed).

Duration

Six weeks.

Interactions

None mentioned.

Extracted Claims (6)
InterventionDirectionEndpointPopulationDosageImpactClaim #
online mindfulness-based intervention
increase
mindfulness
Chinese breast cancer survivors
-
significantly improved
#1
online mindfulness-based intervention
increase
emotional function
Chinese breast cancer survivors
-
significantly improved
#2
online mindfulness-based intervention
increase
cognitive function
Chinese breast cancer survivors
-
significantly improved
#3
online mindfulness-based intervention
decrease
Fear of Cancer Recurrence (FCR)
breast cancer survivors
-
significantly alleviated
#4
online mindfulness-based intervention
decrease
Fear of Cancer Recurrence (FCR)
Chinese breast cancer survivors
-
facilitating a reduction
#5
online mindfulness-based intervention
increase
quality of life
Chinese breast cancer survivors
-
improving
#6
Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) targeting cancer-related emotions and quality of life have attracted extensive attention in recent years. The purpose of the current study was to assess the feasibility and acceptability of an online mindfulness-based intervention and examine its effects on Chinese breast cancer survivors. METHODS: Sixty-five breast cancer survivors were randomized to either an online MBI or to wait for the next available program. The control group received usual care, while the intervention group also received six weeks of online MBI training. Participants completed the Short Form of the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory (FCRI-SF), Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) and European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer questionnaire (EORTC-QLQ-C30) at baseline (T1), immediately after the intervention (postintervention: T2) and 1 month later (1-month postintervention: T3). In addition, answers provided to questions about the experience of participating in the course were analyzed. RESULTS: Compared with the control group, the mindfulness, emotional and cognitive function of the MBI group was significantly improved after the intervention, and the FCR of breast cancer survivors was significantly alleviated. These effects were still significant 1 month after the end of the intervention. Additionally, participants were satisfied with the online MBI through the qualitative survey. CONCLUSION: This online MBI showed promise for Chinese breast cancer survivors, facilitating a reduction in FCR and improving their quality of life. The results of our study indicated that online MBI treatment could offer a scalable approach to manage FCR and maintain mental health for breast cancer survivors.

Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
FearMindfulnessFemaleCancer SurvivorsHumansBreast NeoplasmsPhobic DisordersChinaQuality of Life
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Quality Scores
SafetyNot Assessed
Efficacy85/10
Quality80/10
Citation Metrics
Total Citations19
Citations/Year6.3
Relative Citation Ratio2.54
NIH Percentile81.1%
Research Impact Scores
APT Score0.75
Weight Score2.77
Normalized Score0.70
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