Non-Positive Experiences Encountered by Pupils During Participation in a Mindfulness-Informed School-Based Intervention.
School Ment Health July 2, 2023 DOI: 10.1007/s12310-023-09591-0 via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPupils in a mindfulness-informed school-based intervention reported non-positive experiences, including boredom, frustration, and discomfort during mindfulness exercises. The study documents these negative reactions to show that mindfulness programs in schools can produce adverse effects, not only benefits. The authors suggest that such experiences should be acknowledged and addressed in program design and implementation.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Qualitative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Pupils participating in a mindfulness-informed school-based intervention |
| Intervention | Mindfulness-informed school-based intervention |
| Key finding | Pupils reported non-positive experiences such as boredom, frustration, and discomfort during mindfulness exercises. |
Abstract
Non-Positive Experiences Encountered by Pupils During Participation in a Mindfulness-Informed School-Based Intervention.