Body-Mind-Spirit Action Group on the Well-being

Primary Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of a culturally adapted BMS group intervention on holistic well-being, depressive symptoms, sleep parameters, and quality of life in individuals with visual impairment. Study Objective: This study aims to find out whether a 10-week BMS group program can help people with visual impairment feel emotionally better, improve their overall well-being, enhance sleep quality, and experience a higher quality of life. Intervention Description: The BMS group meets once a week for 10 weeks, with each session lasting about 2 hours. Sessions include guided discussions, storytelling, and experiential activities drawn from both Eastern and Western philosophies. These practices focus on: Appreciating kindness in others Letting go of past hurt (forgiveness) Practicing mindfulness and living in the present moment What the Researchers Want to Know: Does the program help participants feel less depressed? Does it help them feel more balanced, hopeful, and connected in daily life? Does it improve their sleep and overall well-being? Participants: About 30 community-dwelling adults with visual impairment will take part in the study. They will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: The intervention group will join the BMS sessions for 10 weeks. The control group will continue their usual community activities with no new program. All participants will complete surveys at three points: before the program starts, at the midpoint (week 5), and after the program ends (week 10). These surveys assess levels of depression, well-being, sleep quality, and life satisfaction. Some participants in the BMS group will also be invited to join short interviews to share their experiences-such as feeling more grateful, confident, or resilient. Overall Goal: The goal of this study is to determine whether a supportive, culturally adapted group program can help people with vision loss feel stronger, less depressed, more connected, and better equippe