This single-arm pilot study tests the feasibility of integrating the Stress Management and Resiliency Training Relaxation Response Resiliency Program (SMART-3RP), a mind-body intervention, into senior living residential communities. The investigators hypothesize that the SMART-3RP intervention will be feasible for senior living community residents to attend.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
80
Nine 1.5 hour group sessions focusing on developing: 1. an understanding of stress physiology and the physiology of the relaxation response; 2. a regular practice of eliciting the relaxation response; and 3. cognitive behavioral and positive psychology/resilience skills. Participants receive a copy of the SMART-3RP session manual and audio recorded guided meditations for independent relaxation practice. Participants are encouraged to practice eliciting the relaxation response daily throughout the study, using the audio recordings or other mind body techniques. Participants will use a practice log to track their practice.
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
SMART-3RP group session attendance
Percentage of participants who attend ≥6 of 9 sessions
Time frame: Post-intervention (week 9)
Resident satisfaction with participation in SMART-3RP intervention
Proportion of participants who endorse satisfaction on individual survey items
Time frame: Post-intervention (week 9)
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