Can mindfulness help caregivers stay healthy? new study tests a brief program

This study tests a short mindfulness and lifestyle program for people caring for loved ones with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. Caregivers often neglect their own health, raising their risk for heart disease and early death. The program combines in-person group sessions with personalized text messages to encourage physical activity and healthy habits. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and acceptable for caregivers, before testing it on a larger scale.