Mindful Moments: Exploring the Psychology of Mindfulness

Background

Mindfulness practices, rooted in ancient traditions and now widely adopted in psychological therapy, have shown significant benefits in reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. Despite the growing popularity of mindfulness, the specific psychological mechanisms behind its effectiveness remain an area of active research. This project aims to investigate the impact of various mindfulness techniques on mental health, focusing on how they influence stress levels, attention, and emotional well-being.

Learning Outcome (LO)

  • LO #1: Understand the psychological principles underlying mindfulness and its application in mental health.
  • LO #2: Learn how to design and conduct psychological experiments, including data collection and analysis. Develop skills in using statistical tools to evaluate the effectiveness of mindfulness practices.

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