Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Symptom Management in Older Individuals with HIV-Associated Neurocognitive Disorder.
AIDS and behavior June 1, 2024 Judith T Moskowitz, Brijesh Sharma, Shireen Javandel et al. 2 citations
Older adults with HIV and cognitive impairment who took an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program showed significant improvement in depression symptoms immediately after the program compared to a waitlist control group, but this benefit was not maintained one month later. The MBSR group also reported improved quality of life from the start of the program to the 16-week follow-up. Cognitive performance, including speed of information processing, working memory, attention, and impulsivity, did not differ between the MBSR and control groups. MBSR may help alleviate depression and improve quality of life in older individuals with HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder, but sustaining these benefits requires further study.