Feasibility and Acceptability of a Mobile Health Stress Management Intervention for Latino Millennial Caregivers: Usability Study (Preprint)

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BACKGROUND Latino Millennial caregivers face unique challenges and elevated stress due to cultural, structural, and economic burdens. Culturally responsive, technology-based stress management interventions are needed to support emotional well-being in this population. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a culturally tailored mobile health (mHealth) intervention to support stress management and emotional regulation for Latino Millennial caregivers. METHODS A four-week feasibility and acceptability pilot study was conducted with 21 Latino Millennial caregivers. The intervention included daily mindfulness exercises and journaling prompts, delivered via a custom mHealth platform. RESULTS The intervention was feasible, with enrollment completed in 12 weeks and 70% retention. Participants showed differential adherence with 60% of participants completing a daily journal activity and 30% completing a daily mindfulness activity. Adherence patterns were reflected in acceptability findings, with journaling being preferred more than mindfulness due to flexibility and cultural fit. CONCLUSIONS Findings support the intervention’s feasibility and highlight the importance of flexible, culturally responsive features. Tailoring mHealth tools to match caregivers’ stress demands and preferences can enhance engagement and emotional well-being. CLINICALTRIAL N/A

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