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09-01-2021 | Original Paper

Group Virtual Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Parents of Autistic Adolescents and Adults

Auteurs: Y. Lunsky, C. Albaum, A. Baskin, R. P. Hastings, S. Hutton, L. Steel, W. Wang, J. Weiss

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 11/2021

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Abstract

Mindfulness-based approaches have been shown to be effective in improving the mental health of parents of youth and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities, but prior work suggests that geography and caregiving demands can make in-person attendance challenging. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary outcomes of a mindfulness-based group intervention delivered to parents virtually. It was feasible to deliver this manualized intervention. Twenty-one of 39 parents completed the intervention and completers reported high satisfaction ratings. Parents reported reduced levels of distress, maintained at 3-month follow-up, and increased mindfulness. Changes reported following intervention were similar to changes reported in a prior study of parents competing an in person mindfulness group.
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Metagegevens
Titel
Group Virtual Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Parents of Autistic Adolescents and Adults
Auteurs
Y. Lunsky
C. Albaum
A. Baskin
R. P. Hastings
S. Hutton
L. Steel
W. Wang
J. Weiss
Publicatiedatum
09-01-2021
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 11/2021
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04835-3