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Table 3 Emerging themes from focus group interviews

From: Acceptability of mindfulness from the perspective of stroke survivors and caregivers: a qualitative study

Main themes

Sub-themes

MBSR experience

Overall experience of MBSR

Experience of different MBSR components

Organisation of MBSR sessions

Duration, frequency and timing (in relation to stroke) of MBSR sessions

MBSR teacher experience and attributes, venue location and quality

Group and carer involvement

Advantages and disadvantages of group involvement

Advantages and disadvantages of carer involvement

Future MBSR participation

Barriers and facilitators to future MBSR participation

Suggestions for modifications to MBSR for stroke survivors

Perceived purpose of mindfulness

  1. MBSR Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction