Does Mindfulness Enhance Psychological Well-being of the Students

By : Akhilendra K. Singh , Anil K. Choubey , Sadhana Singh

Page No: 241-250

Abstract
The relationship of mindfulness, stress and well-being were assessed in 144 students aged 14-18 years from CBSC schools. Students rated their mindfulness using Cognitive and Affective Mindfulness Scale –R, and level of stress using Perceived Stress Scale. Students’ well-being was assessed using Psychological Well-Being Scale. Obtained data were analyzed with the help of correlation and regression analysis. The results indicated the significant positive association of mindfulness with psychological well-being whereas the negative association with perceived stress. The mediated regression analysis supported partial mediation of perceived stress in mindfulness and psychological well-being relationship. Consequently, mindfulness based stress reduction program might be organized to improve psychological well-being of the students. Limitations, recommendation for practice and future research directions were also discussed.The relationship of mindfulness, stress and well-being were assessed in 144 students aged 14-18 years from CBSC schools. Students rated their mindfulness using Cognitive and Affective Mindfulness Scale –R, and level of stress using Perceived Stress Scale. Students’ well-being was assessed using Psychological Well-Being Scale. Obtained data were analyzed with the help of correlation and regression analysis. The results indicated the significant positive association of mindfulness with psychological well-being whereas the negative association with perceived stress. The mediated regression analysis supported partial mediation of perceived stress in mindfulness and psychological well-being relationship. Consequently, mindfulness based stress reduction program might be organized to improve psychological well-being of the students. Limitations, recommendation for practice and future research directions were also discussed.

Authors :
Akhilendra K. Singh : Ph.D., Assistant Professor — Department of Psychology, DAV PG College, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221001
Anil K. Choubey : Ph.D., Counselor — Sunbeam School, Varanasi
Sadhana Singh : Ph.D., Lecturer — GGIC, Varanasi