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Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa
Thesis (MPhil)--Stellenbosch University, 2025.
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| spelling | oai:scholar.sun.ac.za:10019.1/132175 Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa Foale, Sarah Jacqueline Seedat, Soraya, 1966- Heyns, Tanya Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dept. of Psychiatry. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy -- South Africa Meditation -- Therapeutic use -- South Africa Stress management -- South Africa Stress (Psychology) -- South Africa UCTD Thesis (MPhil)--Stellenbosch University, 2025. Heyns, T. 2025. Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa. Unpublished masters thesis. Stellenbosch: Stellenbosch University [online]. Available: https://scholar.sun.ac.za/items/c3a685b2-dddc-4b0d-9844-48c7df1563ed ENGLISH SUMMARY: Introduction: The effectiveness of mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) in cultivating a sense of well-being has been demonstrated in many populations globally. However, mindfulness research is lacking in low socio-economic contexts. This study explored how an MBP may be adapted to benefit participants' well-being in a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa. Methods: The study was conducted in two phases. In Phase 1, a qualitative descriptive design was used. Fourteen stakeholders (mindfulness professionals, The Big Issue staff and The Big Issue vendors) were identified using purposive and snowball sampling. The stakeholders participated in semi-structured interviews and focus groups. The data were thematically analysed. In Phase 2, the researcher developed a manual to guide mindfulness-based programme designers and facilitators in adapting mindfulness programmes for low socio-economic settings. Findings: Stakeholders agreed that MBPs could be adapted to increase acceptability, accessibility and feasibility for participants. The themes that emerged included strategies to encourage attendance and retention, program structure, program content, trauma sensitivity, the qualities and training of the facilitator, communication strategies, the language used, and the approach to translation. A manual was developed based on the findings. Conclusion: Stakeholders agreed that adapted MBPs may be beneficial in low socio-economic contexts to enhance participants' sense of well-being. The success of the MBP will depend on the skills and qualities of facilitators and the time and place when the sessions are held. Further research is needed into the nuances of what, where, when, and how MBPs are offered in low-resource and especially high-risk trauma environments, such as those in South Africa. AFRIKAANSE OPSOMMING: Geen opsomming beskikbaar. Masters 2025-05-28T13:52:51Z 2025-05-28T13:52:51Z 2025-03 Thesis https://scholar.sun.ac.za/handle/10019.1/132175 en_ZA Stellenbosch University viii, 117 pages : illustrations, includes annexures application/pdf Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University |
| spellingShingle | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy -- South Africa Meditation -- Therapeutic use -- South Africa Stress management -- South Africa Stress (Psychology) -- South Africa UCTD Foale, Sarah Jacqueline Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa |
| title | Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa |
| title_full | Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa |
| title_fullStr | Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa |
| title_full_unstemmed | Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa |
| title_short | Considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness-based programme within a low socio-economic setting in Cape Town, South Africa |
| title_sort | considerations for sociocultural adaptations of a mindfulness based programme within a low socio economic setting in cape town south africa |
| topic | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy -- South Africa Meditation -- Therapeutic use -- South Africa Stress management -- South Africa Stress (Psychology) -- South Africa UCTD |
| url | https://scholar.sun.ac.za/handle/10019.1/132175 |
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