Development of an online Langerian mindfulness program for stroke survivors and caregivers

Background: Mindfulness is promising for individuals with neurological disorders and caregivers to improve psychological well-being. The potential application of a Langerian mindfulness intervention, focused on the attention to symptom variability, however, is still unknown. Objective: To determine the usability and satisfaction towards an online mindfulness intervention for stroke survivors and caregivers, and the potential effectiveness on psychological well-being. Methodology: Using a mixed-methods design, 11 stroke survivors and 3 caregivers participated in a three-week, online, Langerian mindfulness intervention promoting attention to variability. A semi-structured interview assessed the intervention9s usability and gathered feedback. Self-reported measures about psychological well-being were documented remotely three times (pre, post, one-month). Results: Participants were highly satisfied with the intervention. None of the outcome measures changed over time, yet participants reported subjective benefits. Conclusion: Valuable insights were gained from a small sample of stroke survivors and caregivers for the development of a user-friendly and relevant online mindfulness intervention.