The effect of a mindfulness based stress reduction programme on immune status in caregivers with chronic psychosocial stress in Hong Kong: a randomized controlled trial

INTERVENTION: Two groups:mindfulness based stress reduction versus multidiscipline support for caregivers for 8 weeks; CONDITION: caregivers with chronic psychosocial stress PRIMARY OUTCOME: Influenza‐specific antibody response Perceived Stress; SECONDARY OUTCOME: Caregiver Strain Depression Anxiety Quality of life Mindfulness; INCLUSION CRITERIA: 1. a partner with chronic diseases; 2. score on Caregiver Strain Index of 7 or more; 3. the primary care givers; 4. provide care for their partners at home; 5. report no other caregiving responsibilities; 6. informed consent available; 7. agree to receive influenza vaccine.