Mindfulness based intervention program on stress reduction among elderly with colorectal cancer

Mindfulness Based Intervention Program (MBIP) offers an effective way of reducing stress among elderly with colorectal cancer that define as a malignant occurs in the colon and rectum. Aim: this study aimed to evaluate effect mindfulness based intervention program on reduction through following objectives: Assessing knowledge about cancer, Planning implementing for stress, reduction. Evaluating elderly. Design: Quasi experimental design will be utilized study. Setting: This was conducted oncology institution outpatient clinic Sohag University Hospitals. Subject: Purposive sample used patient aged from 60 years above diagnosed cancer; receive chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Tools: Two tools were collect data Tool I: - A structured interview questionnaire: It developed by investigator necessary data. consist three parts: Socio demographic characteristics elderly, Medical history, Assessment knowledge. II: include two Part Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS): Perceived scale (PSS). Conclusion Recommendation: Appling are reduce So The recommended incorporate treatment cancer.